Hiatus hernia or hiatal hernia is a condition where the upper part of the stomach protrudes into the chest cavity through an opening (hiatus) in the diaphragm. The diaphragm is a sheet of muscle that ...

Incisional - after abdominal surgery, the site of repair will always be structurally weaker. Sometimes, the intestines can push through the closed incision, causing a hernia. This occurs after 2-10% ...

A hernia occurs when a fat tissue or some portion of an organ pushes through a delicate area or opening in the stomach muscles or connective tissue. Based upon the type of hernia and how severe it is, ...

Dear Dr. Roach: A few years ago, I developed visible fat between my naval and my rib cage. My doctor told me that it's a ventral hernia, which is nothing serious. I was told surgery is an option but ...

Hiatus Hernia is a common condition in India, affecting both men and women. When a part of the stomach moves upwards into the chest, it causes hiatal hernia. In most cases, the condition has mild ...

Hernias occur when a gap or weakness in a muscle or tissue allows part of an organ or other tissue to push through. They can cause pain, constipation, a heavy feeling in the abdomen, and potentially ...

Do have an unexplained bulge in your abdomen area or near your groin? Does it hurt to cough or lift heavy things? Do you have chronic acid reflux (heartburn)? If you have answered yes to any of these ...

What exactly is an abdominal hernia? - It’s where an internal part of body pushes through weak part of your abdominal wall muscle, creating a lump that often you can feel. - It’s very common, more ...

The Iskandar Complex Hernia Center, based in Waxahachie, TX, recently published an article about the different types of hernias and the treatments which are available for each one. The Center focuses ...

You are able to gift 5 more articles this month. Anyone can access the link you share with no account required. Learn more. DEAR DR. ROACH: A few years ago, I developed visible fat between my naval ...