Are you experiencing discomfort, a visible bulge, or persistent pain in your abdomen or groin area?
It could be a hernia, a condition where an organ or tissue protrudes through a weakened muscle wall. Don't let this limit your lifestyle or well-being. At Surgycall Health, we understand the impact a hernia can have on your daily life. Our team of specialized surgeons is dedicated to providing expert care and personalized treatment to help you regain control and comfort.
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A hernia is when an organ or tissue protrudes through a weakened area in the body wall, often in the abdomen or groin. It appears as a painful bulge, usually during strain, and may recede when lying down. Types: inguinal (groin), umbilical (belly button), hiatal (upper stomach). More prevalent in males, especially in India, with increasing incidence after 40 years of age.
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About Hernia
A hernia is when an organ or tissue protrudes through a weakened area in the body wall, often in the abdomen or groin. It appears as a painful bulge, usually during strain, and may recede when lying down. Types: inguinal (groin), umbilical (belly button), hiatal (upper stomach). More prevalent in males, especially in India, with increasing incidence after 40 years of age.
How to diagnose and When to
Consult a Doctor?
Physical Examination:
Thorough examination to detect visible bulge or lump.
Medical History: Discuss symptoms and their timeline.
Endoscopy: Using a camera to inspect the esophagus and stomach.
Cough Test: Testing response to coughing or straining.
Barium Swallow: Drinking a barium solution for X-ray clarity.
Imaging Tests: Ultrasound, CT scan, or MRI for visualizing the hernia.
Herniography: Dye injection and X-rays for hernia visualization.
When to consult a doctor
Persistent Pain: Continuous or recurring pain in the hernia area.
Increasing Size: Noticeable growth or enlargement of the bulge.
Bowel Obstruction: Difficulty passing stool or gas, accompanied by intense abdominal pain.
Incarceration: Inability to push the hernia back in, often causing severe pain or discomfort.
Strangulation: Restricted blood flow to the hernia, causing severe pain, nausea, vomiting, and a tender bulge.
Change in Color: Discoloration of the bulge, indicating possible blood flow issues.
Persistent Discomfort: Continuous discomfort or a feeling of heaviness in the affected area.
Causes
Visible Bulge: Noticeable lump or swelling, often in the abdomen or groin.
Pain or Discomfort: Pain or aching sensation at the bulging area, particularly during physical activities or lifting.
Coughing or Straining Worsens Bulge: Bulge becomes more pronounced and painful during activities like coughing, straining, or lifting heavy objects.
Heaviness or Pressure: Feeling of fullness, pressure, or heaviness in the abdomen or groin.
Burning or Gurgling Sensation: Discomfort resembling a burning or gurgling sensation at the bulging site.
Symptoms
Muscle Weakness or Strain: Weakened muscles can create openings where hernias can develop.
Aging: Natural aging processes can weaken tissues and muscles, increasing the risk of hernias.
Chronic Coughing: Persistent and forceful coughing strains abdominal muscles, potentially leading to a hernia.
Obesity: Excess body weight can strain muscles and increase pressure on the abdomen, making hernias more likely.
Pregnancy: Pregnancy puts significant pressure on the abdomen, contributing to muscle weakness and hernia development.
Previous Surgical Incisions: Scar tissue or weakened areas from prior surgeries can become sites for hernia formation.
Understanding the Procedure
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Open surgery: A single larger incision is made at the hernia site. Protruding tissue is pushed back into place.
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Surgical mesh is positioned for support.
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Incision is closed using sutures or staples.
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Effective repair with a direct surgical approach.
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Laser Treatment: Hernia laser treatment involves using focused laser energy to repair the hernia. Instead of traditional incisions, lasers are used to make precise incisions or seals. The laser energy helps reinforce the weakened area
Key benefits of this approach include:
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Minimally Invasive Approach: Involves small incisions, minimizing trauma and scarring.
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Swift Recovery: Allows for faster recuperation and return to daily activities.
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Lower Post-Operative Complications: Associated with fewer issues following the surgery compared to open procedures.
Advantages of Laser Treatment for Hernia
Minimally invasive hernia repair, often referred to as laparoscopic or endoscopic hernia repair, involves using a specialized camera and small incisions (usually three to four) to access and repair the hernia.
Who Should Consider Laser Treatment for Hernia?
Laparoscopic Hernia Repair: Individuals seeking a less invasive approach with smaller incisions and reduced scarring.
Patients looking for a quicker recovery and earlier return to regular activities.
Those concerned about lower post-operative pain and complications.
Open Hernia Repair: Patients for whom the laparoscopic approach is medically unsuitable or poses risks.
Individuals requiring complex or extensive hernia repairs.
Those comfortable with a longer recovery period in exchange for a specific surgical technique.
Procedure guide
Laproscopic Hernia : Anesthesia and Incisions: Administer general anesthesia and create small incisions near the hernia site. Pneumoperitoneum and Camera Insertion: Inflate the abdomen with carbon dioxide gas and insert a laparoscope with a camera through one of the incisions.
Instrument Placement and Hernia Reduction: Insert specialized surgical instruments through other incisions to gently push the protruding tissue or organ back into place.
Mesh Placement: Position a surgical mesh over the weakened area and secure it to prevent hernia recurrence. Closure: Close the small incisions using sutures or surgical glue after confirming the secure placement of the mesh.
Recovery and Monitoring: Transfer the patient to a recovery area for observation and monitoring of vital signs before discharge. Open Hernia Repair : Anesthesia: Administer general or local anesthesia to numb the area and induce relaxation.
Incision: Make a single larger incision directly over the hernia site or nearby.
Hernia Reduction and Tissue Handling: Gently push the protruding tissue or organ back into its original position.
Mesh Placement: Position a surgical mesh over the weakened area to reinforce and prevent hernia recurrence.
Closure: Securely close the incision using sutures or surgical staples.
Preparing for Surgery:
On the advice of your physician, certain medications, particularly those affecting clotting, might need to be paused.
It's crucial to inform the medical team about allergies, any current medications, and if you're expecting a child.
Before the main procedure, a few tests are scheduled to ensure the patient's health and safety during the surgery.
Patients will be provided with a set of instructions to follow leading up to the surgery day.
On the Day of the Procedure:
Once registered, you'll sit down with your medical team, revisiting any prior tests and discussing the overall procedure.
Comfort is essential, so wear loose-fitting attire and steer clear of accessories, especially metal-based ones like jewelry.
As a part of routine pre-surgical checks, metrics such as blood pressure and heart rate are assessed.
What Happens During the
Treatment:
Open Hernia :Surgical Preparation and Anesthesia: Patients often share the experience of being prepped for surgery, including anesthesia administration to induce a state of unconsciousness and pain relief. Incision and Initial Sensations: Many patients report feeling a sensation of pressure or minor discomfort as the surgeon makes a single, larger incision.
Hernia Reduction and Mesh Placement: Patients may describe sensations of gentle manipulation as the surgeon carefully pushes the protruding tissue back into its original position and places the surgical mesh for reinforcement.
Closure and Dressing: Patients might feel a slight pressure during the closure of the incision and the application of dressings.
Laproscopic Hernia : Anesthesia and Incision: Patients recall the numbing effect of anesthesia and small incisions, causing minimal initial discomfort.
Gas Distension and Camera Insertion: Patients may describe a sensation of bloating due to the introduction of carbon dioxide gas and the insertion of a camera.
Hernia Reduction and Mesh Placement: Patients sense pressure or movement as surgeons carefully manipulate the hernia and place the mesh.
Instrument Handling: Patients may feel a sense of pressure or movement internally due to the handling of instruments.
Closure and Recovery: Patients appreciate the small incisions' closure and often experience a faster recovery with reduced post-operative discomfort.
Communication and Satisfaction: Open communication with the medical team allows patients to express any discomfort, contributing to a satisfactory surgical experience.
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