Can you treat a hernia?

Are you experiencing discomfort in your abdomen? Do you feel like something is popping out of your stomach? Congratulations! You might have a hernia. Wait, what’s that? Don’t worry; we’ve got your back. In this article, we will give you the ins and outs of hernias, their symptoms, and how to treat them.

What is a Hernia?

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A hernia is not an STD; it’s not contagious. So don’t worry about spreading it around. It happens when there’s pressure on the muscles surrounding an organ or tissue in your body cavity, making that part push through its usual place.

The most common types of hernias are:

  • Inguinal
  • Femoral
  • Umbilical
  • Incisional

You might be wondering: “What do those fancy terms mean?” Let us enlighten you with our genius anatomical knowledge!

Types of Hernias Explained

Inguinal Hernia

An inguinal hernia appears when fat or part of the intestine protrudes through a weak spot in the lower abdominal wall into the groin area.
Time to invest in some flexible pants!

Femoral Hernia

Femoral hernias are less common than inguinal ones but still affect people worldwide. They happen when tissues at the top of one’s thigh make their way into their femoral canal (pocket).

Don’t get confused with ‘femur’ – it has nothing to do with breaking bones/tissues associated with thighs’ shooting pain!

Umbilical Hernia

This type primarily affects newborns under six months old and pregnant women due to high intra-abdominal pressure (resulting from growing fetus’ size). When internal organs stick out around umbilicus as protrusion/bulge,e creating abnormal appearance for sure sorry preggos!

Incisional Hernia

Finally, incisional hernias appear at the site of prior surgery. They have quite common in older people or those with a weak abdominal wall due to factors like obesity or malnutrition.

Hernia Symptoms

Itchy everywhere? That’s not a symptom for a hernia…
Here’s what to look out for to determine whether you might have (warning: medical jargon coming up) an incarcerated and/or strangulated hernia.. oh-god-those-words-scare-me-too..

  • A bulge protruding from your abdomen that may be painful when you stand up straight, laugh tremendously hard, cough uncontrollably..
    (Reader note: we recommend refraining from laughing relentlessly until fully healed!)
  • Feeling discomfort and pain
  • Inflammation around the bulge
  • Nausea
  • Constipation caused by intestine blockage

Basically, it’s any hint of something trying to squeeze through somewhere it doesn’t belong.
But can you treat it?

Treating Your Hernia

So here is where you take control! But hold onto your horses; surgical treatment will fall under professional medical care. However, while waiting for proper consultation/treatment plan-making etiquette time frame (okay sorry), there are measures one can follow:

Home Remedies – ‘DIY’ Measures

Well-fed stomach=herniated muscle discomfort?
Follow our natural diet chart:

Foods To Eat No-No
Fruits & Veggies Fried food
(Especially ones that help regulate bowel movements) Spices
Food rich in fibers Carbonated Drinks

Water: Drinking lots of water helps stay hydrated and promote effective regular bowel movements.

Can exercise cure all? Maybe not but:
Incorporate low impact exercises prescribed by either physiotherapist or trainer. Some options are such as swimming, walking, cycling.

Medical Treatment

In case your bulge is more severe in size than Big Show (Former WWE Superstar), it’s best to seek medical attention from a doctor..wait for it…ASAP!

The form of treatment depends on the type of hernia you have and its severity; some surgeries can be done with mesh implants during laparoscopic surgery, while others require incisions made in the abdominal wall itself (this one will make you faint!).

It all relies on the discretion of surgeon( no certified guidebook available like desserts catalog).

Prevention Is Key

Are you afraid of getting a hernia? Guess what- So am I! The good news is that there are steps to prevent them:

#1 Avoid making sudden movements:

Sudden and fast movement means added pressure which can cause harm-inducing stress. Move slowly/ gradually instead- not saying snail-paced but safer steadier pace people!

#2 Healthy Eating Habits:

A healthy diet rich in fruits and vegetables also helps maintain regular bowel movements required for retaining muscle strength.

#3 Physical Fitness:

Regular physical activity consisting mainly of sit-ups squats lunges is very important . But before trying any new exercise program ,consulting a professional gym trainer/physiotherapist ensures safe practice.

When To See A Professional?

Hold up! Have symptoms emerged ? Or did someone gift wrap their excess organ tissue for Christmas?
But seriously – when should one seek medical attention regarding their hernias?

Get immediate help if :

  • You Notice Sudden Onset Of Pain
  • Unable To Push In Bulge
    (Do Not Poke Like Its An Abstract Artwork Trying &Figuring Out Whether It’s Just Contouring Or Actually Herniated!)
  • Vomiting

Get Help Immediately If

(Oh sorry …we’ve already mentioned)

But better to be safe than sorry!

When You Can Treat It Yourself

You can do “DIY” methods such as consuming water-rich foods, engaging in low impact exercises prescribed by professionals, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. But if you feel like the bulge is getting too large or too painful with intense symptoms, it’s better to see your doctor for proper treatment.

What’s The Bottom Line?

Hernias are not contagious; rather they happen due to pressure on muscles surrounding an organ or tissue causing part of it push through its usual position in body cavity creating abnormal appearance/bulges.
Symptoms include abdominal discomfort and pain, followed by inflammation around that affected area. While medical consultation/treatment should be essential for severe/large-scale hernia problems indicated by symptoms’ onset , home remedies may come in handy accompanied by healthy living routine.

First diagnosed? See a professional!
After diagnosis- Take necessary precautions, love those flexible pants!,and follow recommended guidelines from healthcare providers.

Now -carry on unsusceptible readers,hoping smart sensibility outweighs our sarcastic humor!

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