Groin hernias may get all the attention, but a hiatal hernia-a lesser-known, yet surprisingly common type-affects more women ...

A lump resulting from a part of the intestine (bowel) slipping through a weak abdominal wall is called hernia. Inguinal hernia (groin hernia) is the most common type of hernias. An inguinal hernia ...

A hernia occurs when an internal organ or other body part protrudes through the wall of muscle or tissue that typically contains it. In some cases, this protrusion can be seen or felt from the outside ...

Inguinal hernia describes a medical condition in which contents of abdominal cavity (like intra-abdominal fat or part of small intestine called small bowel) bulge out through weak area of lower ...

Since chronic constipation is a risk factor for hernia, it is best to prevent it by consuming a high-fibre diet that includes plenty of vegetables, dry fruits, legumes and whole grains (Image: Canva) ...

HERNIA operations are one of the most common surgical procedures but few people know the symptoms and the causes of the painful and sometimes life-threatening condition. A hernia occurs when an ...

It’s the time of year when indoor and outdoor chores can require some heavy lifting. Whether you’re spring cleaning your house or getting your yard ready for warmer weather, you may be moving ...

Heavy lifting can be common this time of year. Maybe you recently moved your furniture to make room for a Christmas tree or sifted through a stack of totes and boxes to find all of your holiday ...

Hernia is a condition that occurs when the intestine slips through the abdominal wall, causing a visible bulge into the body cavity. The condition is more common in men than women and children.

HERNIA operations are one of the most common surgical procedures but few people know the symptoms and the causes of the painful and sometimes life-threatening condition. A hernia occurs when an ...