An abdominal hernia (also called a ventral hernia) occurs when a small opening develops in the muscles allowing the inner lining of the abdomen to protrude. An abdominal hernia may cause mild to moderate discomfort or there may be no symptoms at all. Ventral hernias frequently develop in vulnerable areas of the abdominal wall such…
In extreme cases, a hiatal hernia can be a source of daily discomfort in the form of chronic acid reflux, difficulty swallowing, and pain in the abdomen and chest. Hiatal hernia repair surgery can solve these issues, but you may have concerns about the post surgery recovery process. Fortunately, laparoscopic hernia repair involves minimal cutting….
An abdominal wall hernia, also known as a ventral hernia, is a small tear in the abdominal muscle wall. This small hole may allow a bit of the interior abdominal lining to poke through, along with the sections of intestine in some cases. Fortunately, many cases are mild, causing only minor discomfort. Common Causes of…
Hiatal hernias can cause acid reflux and other problems. If a hiatal hernia causes GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease), discomfort, or difficulty breathing, then it should be treated promptly. Hiatal Hernia Definition A hiatal hernia occurs in the diaphragm, which is a wall of muscle between your chest and abdominal region. In the center is a…
Types of Hernias Adults usually suffer from two types of hernias: Ventral hernias and hiatal hernia. These two conditions affect different parts of the body. Doctors can treat both effectively with surgery. Dr. Malladi has years of experience treating in both ventral hernias and hiatal hernias. Hiatal Hernia The diaphragm is a sheet of muscle…
Even the best doctors can make diagnostic mistakes. If the doctor asks the wrong questions or performs the wrong tests, a misdiagnosis of a hiatal hernia can easily occur, and this condition can easily be mistaken for something else. This can often lead to treatments that don’t actually solve the problem, so it’s important to…
A hiatal hernia is when your stomach pokes up through your diaphragm and into your chest. Normally, your stomach rests below the diaphragm, but some conditions can cause it to slide up through the hiatus, or the hole that allows the esophagus through to the stomach. Hiatal Hernia vs. Abdominal Wall Hernia A hiatal hernia…
Any instance in which an internal organ is pushing through the muscles holding it in place is called a hernia. Hernias occur in various areas in the body, but the most common are through the abdominal muscle. Often, they can cause a small bulge that can be felt through the skin, and you may experience…
Hernias are never very pleasant and are often painful. A hernia occurs when one of your organs pushes through the muscles holding it in, which most often happens with the intestine through the abdominal wall. While not necessarily life-threatening, a hernia can lead to more serious conditions later on, and it won’t go away on…
