Question 1

does a abdominal hernia need to be repaired?

Accepted Answer

: Maybe/not. Hernias vary in size and symptoms derived from their presence. A person can go a lifetime with no important symptoms and never need surgery. A person who has a hernia large enough to trap small bowel inside may need it fixed.

Question 2

what are signs of a possible abdominal hernia?

Accepted Answer

Bulge,discomfort: An uncomfortable bulge or swelling is the most common finding, worse with coughing or straining, most commonly located hernias are in the groins or around the umbilicus. A doctor can examine you if you have a concern.

Question 3

are there any natural cures for a abdominal hernia?

Accepted Answer

No: Surgery is the only treatment for hernia.

Question 4

i had a very large abdominal hernia repaired with mesh, the size of an a4 piece of paper. this was 6 months ago. what resistance exercises can i do ?

Accepted Answer

This is an: enormous hernia.  You must ask your surgeon for specific advice, because it is a unique situation.

Question 5

does abdominal hernia cause pain?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Not always, but possible.
Stretching tissue, or bowel caught can cause issues.

Question 6

what can you do to treat an abdominal hernia?

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Usually by surgery: If possible.  If for some reason someone is an unacceptable surgical or anesthetic risk, remedial treatment with external supports such as binders and trusses are possible, but not very effective.  So, it depends, on the size of the hernia and the individual patient.  Have a surgeon take a look at it.

Question 7

what are safe exercises to do with an abdominal hernia?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Anything that increases your pressure in your abdominal cavity, will generally cause the hernia to bulge. Weightlifting and sit-ups do this the most. Low impact activities like walking and an elliptical machine should lessen the chance of a hernia becoming symptomatic but they still can lead to issues.

Question 8

abdominal hernia: how can you tell if it is getting worse?

Accepted Answer

Pain, nausea,: Vomiting, increase in size, failure to pass stool or gas, hernia gets hard, any of these symptoms can mean emergency surgery.

Question 9

please explain what are some symptoms of abdominal hernia ?

Accepted Answer

Swelling: Abdominal wall hernias can occur primarily or through a previous incision.  Local symptoms include swelling at the site particularly with standing or straining, localized discomfort intermittently, or no symptoms at all.  Any suspected hernia should be evaluated by your surgeon, and electively repaired, to avoid the complications of incarceration, obstruction and strangulation.

Question 10

has anyone ever had an abdominal hernia repaired using mesh?

Accepted Answer

Very common: All-but the smallest abdominal hernias are repaired with mesh nowadays. The upside is the lower rate of hernia recurrence w/mesh; the downside is the potential for mesh infection, which can be a devastating complication. Mesh comes in many different materials, useful for different situations and methods of repair (laparoscopic vs. Open), as well as surgeon-preference.

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