Hernia Surgery: Types, Risks, Surgery & Recovery
A hernia is a condition that usually affects the abdominal area of the human body. Due to a lack of elasticity or tightness of the abdominal wall, an abdominal organ or internal tissue often slips from its place. This usually happens around the region of the groin, upper stomach, belly button or the surrounding areas. […]
All You Need to Know about Hernia
A hernia occurs when internal organs or tissues break out of a hole in the muscle. To treat the condition, the doctor may prescribe hernia repair surgery. Also called herniorrhaphy, the surgery aims to retract the displaced tissues in the proper position. If you or someone you know has been experiencing any of the symptoms […]
All About Hernias and How To Deal With Them
Hernia is a condition whereon a tissue or part of an organ obtrudes out through a tear or weak muscle. It is a common problem in many adults around and after 50 years of age but can also occur in younger people. It is sometimes harmless and pain-free but in many cases can lead to […]
A Brief Guide to Surgical Treatment of Hernia
The word hernia means ‘something coming through’. The condition is characterized by a swelling in the body, which develops when an organ or tissue pushes against a weak tissue or opening in the muscle. Hernias, over time, tend to worsen and require immediate intervention. Because this is a mechanical condition, surgery is the only treatment […]
An Aftercare Guide for Hernia Surgery
Undergoing any surgical procedure can be overwhelming, and the same can be said about hernia surgery. If you have been experiencing abdominal pain accompanied by a bulge or swelling, it could be a case of hernia and you should contact one of our experienced hernia surgeons at the DFW Bariatrics and General Surgery of Dallas. […]
Getting a Hernia Surgery? Here’s What to Expect
A hernia is a localized bulge or lump that may appear on a part of an organ, when the organ pushes through a weakness in the muscle or surrounding tissue wall. Hernias most commonly appear in the abdominal region or diaphragm (hiatal hernia), but they can also appear in the upper thigh, belly button, and […]