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What is hernia and does hernia occur in womens???
And if yes what are the symptoms for hernia repair n women??
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Yes it can occurs in females.
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Hernia is protrusion of internal organs like bowel mesentery comming out of weak abdominal wall...yes heria occurss in both male & female.. femoral hernia is more common in female than male...hernia needs surgical treatment
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Hernia is basically your internal organs coming out from their covering, depending on the place and organ involved, there are different Names/classification.
Does it occurs in women, yes of course.
Symptoms would depend on the area/organ involved, but mostly comprises of pain, swelling, these may be present but however they are not conclusive of hernia, for which an examination is required.
Treatment would again depend on the type and grade of hernia.
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Get a Physical consultation with a general surgeon
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Avoid straining the body.
eat light.
regular workouts can be helpful in prevention.
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Consultation for detailed discussion is advisable
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Women can also develop hernia but it is different from the hernia which a man develops.
However further description may be too technical for you. Please seek a formal consultation with a Gynaecologist or a General Surgeon.
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Protrusion of visera through a defect or weak muscle... Yes it can occur in females.. Like Inscisional hernia, umbilical hernia or femoral hernia.. Symptoms u will notice a buldge on coughing or straining
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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Hernia is a protrusion of viscera mostly of an abdomen like intestine through a weak spot … and that occurs mostly near inguinal region ( groin) or if you had any previous surgeries it can happen from that surgical site as that area could be weak .. yes it can very much happen in females similarly as of males .. and the risk of occurance will increase with lot of straining and with coughing chronically …
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Medical management is not useful for hernia .. it should be surgically operated and that protruded part will be pushed in side and a mesh will be placed to prevent future recurrences
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Increase the tone of abdominal musles to prevent the occurrence of hernia
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Hello , Kindly consider having a Tele-Consultation with me on PRACTO App since adequate patient history is required for proper treatment and further follow up . Thank You
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A hernia occurs when an organ or tissue protrudes through a weakened area in the abdominal wall or other muscular tissue. While hernias are more common in men, women can also experience hernias, especially during pregnancy or after menopause.
Symptoms of hernia in women:
- A visible bulge or lump
- Pain or discomfort in the affected area
- Heaviness or pressure
- Burning or aching sensation
- Feeling of weakness or heaviness in the abdomen
Types of hernias that can occur in women:
- Inguinal hernia (groin area)
- Umbilical hernia (belly button)
- Incisional hernia (previous surgical site)
- Hiatal hernia (upper stomach)
Hernia repair in women:
- Laparoscopic surgery (minimally invasive)
- Open surgery (traditional)
- Robotic surgery (assisted laparoscopic)
Treatment options depend on the type, size, and severity of the hernia, as well as individual health factors.
If you suspect a hernia, consult a healthcare professional for proper diagnosis and treatment.
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Hernia is a swelling that occurs due to weakness in the abdomen muscles. It is seen in both male and female. Symptoms are gradually increasing swelling, it becomes prominent when you cough or strain too much.
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must get consulted by a doctor
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Need few more details
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Dr. Pawan Kumar Dutta
General Physician
4 yrs exp
Delhi
Yes it occurs in females
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Dr. Vikram Pratap
General Physician
12 yrs exp
New Delhi
Probably your wife is suffering from it.
You should take her to a surgeon for proper physical examination and treatment.
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Dr. Ravi Kumar Nadella
General Physician
18 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Swelling needs surgery
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Dr. Sanghpriya Gautam
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Delhi
Connect please
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Dr. Shaikh Huzaif
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Aurangabad
Please consult
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Dr. Sachin Bhiwaji Sanap
General Practitioner
7 yrs exp
Hingoli
need more information
kindly consult
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Dr. Aditya Prasad Padhy
Urologist
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Bhubaneswar
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Dr. Jaswanth Sowmya Thalathoti
General Physician
8 yrs exp
Guntur
It is protrusion of viscera
You can feel hernia popping out while coughing or straining
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Physical examination needed by doctor for confirmation of hernia
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Do not lift heavy weights or vigorous workouts if you doubt hernia
Get examined to confirm
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Dr. Shivam Mishra
General Physician
5 yrs exp
Mumbai
A hernia is a condition where a part of the body, such as the intestine, pushes through a weak spot or opening in the muscle or tissue wall. Hernias can occur in both men and women, but they are more common in men.
Yes, women can also develop hernias. The most common types of hernias in women are inguinal hernias, which occur in the groin area, and femoral hernias, which occur in the upper thigh.
The symptoms of a hernia in women can include:
- A bulge or lump in the groin or upper thigh area
- Pain or discomfort, especially when lifting, coughing, or straining
- A heavy or dragging sensation in the groin or upper thigh
- Difficulty with bowel movements or urination
If a hernia is diagnosed, the treatment is usually surgery to repair the weakened muscle or tissue and push the protruding tissue back into its proper place. The specific surgical procedure for hernia repair in women may vary depending on the type and location of the hernia, but it often involves reinforcing the weakened area with stitches or a mesh-like material.
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Dr. Anubha Singh
General Physician
4 yrs exp
Jhansi
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Dr. Chaithra H
General Physician
5 yrs exp
Bangalore
hernia is protusion of abdominal content outside .
It is swelling.
Do consult
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Dr. Amit Joshi
General Physician
12 yrs exp
Jodhpur
Hernia means one organ/tissue/ any thing penetrating to another area
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Dr. Zaheer Ahmad
General Physician
9 yrs exp
Bareilly
Stomach pain. Swelling near nabi.
Kindly connect.
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Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal
General Physician
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Jhansi
Do connect and consult
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