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What is a Hernia?

A hernia is a medical condition where one of the body organs that usually lie on the inside pushes its way through a weak point in the body and therefore bulges to the outside.
The most common type of hernia is an inguinal hernia (that happens in the groin). Other types include femoral hernia (in the leg), abdominal hernia (in the stomach), and hiatal hernia (in the chest).

A hernia is one of the most common problems around the world, where an estimated 20 million hernia repair surgeries are performed each year all over the world. They are more common in men than women, and in older rather than younger ages. A hernia is caused by the weakening of the muscles caused by strenuous physical exercise, repeated coughing, pregnancy, or constant strain from constipation.

How Would I Know I Have A Hernia?

The most common symptom of a hernia is a bulge or a lump in the herniated area, together with a varying degree of pain or discomfort. The symptoms usually come and go, and are increased with physical exertion. If you experience continuous pain with a noticeable lump, we advise you to seek advice from your doctor as soon as possible.

How is Hernia Repair Surgery Performed?

There are 3 approaches to hernia repair:
1. Open Surgery: Where the gut is opened with a wide incision to expose the herniated part. The bulging organs are pushed back to their original position, and the weakened muscles are strengthened with stitches or a metallic mesh.
2. Laparoscopic Surgery: Instead of the large incision, a few small incisions are used to insert a laparoscope (a small surgical rod attached to a camera) and some small surgical instruments to repair the area and place the mesh. This is suitable for smaller and more contained hernia sites.
3. Robotic Surgery: The same as laparoscopic surgery, only the surgeon uses robotic arms instead of his own hands to perform the surgery. Again this is suitable for the smaller hernias and offers higher accuracy and fewer complications.
All types are usually done under general anesthesia, although spinal anesthesia may also be an option.

What to Do After Hernia Surgery

Moving after the surgery would help greatly reduce constipation and blood clots. Your surgeon would advise you to start moving once you are able, but not to strain yourself too much. A light walk should do the trick.
You should be able to return to work within a couple of weeks (unless your job involves manual labor, for which you would need a bit more rest). You should also refrain from lifting heavy objects for 4 to 6 weeks, and seek advice from your surgeon on how to lift to avoid reopening the hernia site.

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