Question 1

could hernia occur in females?

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Absolutely!: While inguinal hernias are more common in men, they do occur in women as well.  Umbical and incisional hernias are common in both sexes.

Question 2

what causes hernia in females?

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Most hernias: Occur spontaneously with no cause or reason. Sometimes hernias are associated with repetitive heavy lifting, obesity or past  pregnancy. Most common location of hernias are the groins or umbilical region. The cause of one type of hernia can be an incisionsl hernia caused by previous surgery.

Question 3

can a hiatel hernia cause breathing or weight problems? i am a 47 yr old female.

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Not usually: Though the reflux associated with some hernias will often feel like it is difficult to breathe.  Weight on the other hand can cause breathing problems and worsen the hiatal hernia symptoms.  Losing weight and increasing activity may help both of your problems.  Still, if they are not improving or worsening you should see an md.

Question 4

have barely really small hernia get extreme sharpe pain pain down really low going all the way down and worse in middle of night related?  i'm female

Accepted Answer

Vague: Are your describing and inguinal or umbilical hernia ????
The smaller the hernia the greater the chance of incarceration of bowel, infarction and gangrene.
See your PCP ASAP

Question 5

what kind of surgeon repairs hernias in a female?

Accepted Answer

Same one as in men: General surgeon usually handles hernia in majority of times repairs , others also trained  to treat  like Gyn , GU Plastic surgeons etc

Question 6

am 42 year old female just diagnosed with diminutive hiatus hernia. my q is is life threatening & can it be completely cured with medications?

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MEDICATION AND DIET: Rarely or never life threatening could be cured by medicine rarely less than ten percent might need surgery.

Question 7

im the 55 yr old female with the diastasis, and hernias..these hernias are in my stomach, sorry but not hiatal..that is how i found out about the diasts?

Accepted Answer

Hernia vs diastasis: The abdominal wall is built like a layer cake, with skin, fat, muscle and a tough lining called fascia.  A hernia is a hole or weakness in the muscle and fascia.  A diastasis is different.  All the layers are ok, but the muscle doesn't come together in the middle.  Most people don't need to have a diastasis repaired and they're not dangerous because there's no hole for things to get stuck in.

Question 8

my family dr. said i have a hernia and"cystocele with prolapse". i am a 51 year old female.what needs to be done? what type of dr do i need to see, and what needs to be done . how many surgeries will it take to fix the problem? how long would my recovery

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Cystocoele : Cystocoele with prolapse is when the wall of the vagina that is toward the bladder is stretched out and the bladder sags toward it sometimes to the point where it feels like a lump sticking out of the vagina.When that happens you would have urinary problems like leakage with coughing. In women the most common hernia in that region is usually a femoral hernia that would protrude to the side of the pubic bone. The surgery that is done for cystocele (american spelling) is called a suspension. It is done using various materials to create a sling for the neck of the bladder. If you do have a femoral hernia  that may be repaired at the same time.
You would ideally see a uro-gynecologist.Gynecologists also do suspensions and anterior repairs.

Question 9

bochdalek hernia 3cm in50yr old female any treatment?

Accepted Answer

Yes: This type of hernia as with all types of diaphragmatic hernia can be effectively treated laparoscopically. It is relatively small and may be able to be repaired primarily. However, reinforcement with a prosthetic of synthetic mesh or biological soft tissue matrix may be indicated.

Question 10

female, 67 , good health, no smoking or alcohol,    can a small hiatal hernia grown or enlarge? thank you

Accepted Answer

Hiatal Hernia: Hiatal hernias can come and go, get better (especially with weight loss), and can get worse (with time and age, weight gain, increased abdominal pressure).  They can cause acid reflux, feeling full early, chest pain and even feeling short of breath).    Good luck.

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