Hernia is a common problem. It causes a localized bulge in the abdomen or groin. Treatment for a hernia may include watchful waiting or surgery. It can often be harmless and pain-free, but at times it ...

When determining whether a hiatal hernia requires surgery, doctors often consider the symptoms and the type of hernia. Surgery may be recommended if the hernia become large enough that it bulges into ...

Hernias occur when a gap or weakness in a muscle or tissue allows part of an organ or other tissue to push through. They can cause pain, constipation, a heavy feeling in the abdomen, and potentially ...

Each year, hernias affect millions of Americans, according to the National Center of Health Statistics, yet experts believe hundreds of thousands suffer in silence, primarily because they fear surgery ...

The care related to hernia surgery may vary depending on the procedure, the surgical setting, and any complications that develop. This article describes hernias and hernia surgery and looks at ...

A paraesophageal hernia is a type of hiatal hernia where a significant portion of the stomach (and possibly other organs) bulges through a natural opening in the diaphragm and into the chest cavity.

Benjamin Miller, MD, is a board-certified general surgeon at the Cleveland Clinic. He completed his residency at Vanderbilt University Medical Center and fellowship with the Cleveland Clinic ...

It’s the time of year when indoor and outdoor chores can require some heavy lifting. Whether you’re spring cleaning your house or getting your yard ready for warmer weather, you may be moving ...

Medicare covers medically necessary hernia surgery. Once approved, both inpatient and outpatient procedures for hernia repair should be covered. Hernias are a fairly common medical condition. Not all ...