All surgeries are taxing on the body, so when it comes to performing an operation on elderly individuals, doctors need to weigh a number of factors to determine if a surgical operation is the best option. This is especially true for hernias, as the majority of hernias are non-life threatening, and surgery carries its own […]
Will My Hernia Get Better On Its Own?
Hernias occur when part of a body cavity pushes out of the muscle wall in which it is contained. Oftentimes it involves an intestine or abdominal fatty tissue, which are encased in a thin membrane that is sometimes prone to rupture when overstressed or affected by trauma. Many people who suffer a hernia wonder if […]
Can a Hernia Come Back after Surgery?
Hernia surgery is meant to repair your hernia, but some patients experience subsequent hernias following their procedure. In this article, we will talk about the possibility of a recurrent hernia and the best steps to take if this happens to you. The Goal of Hernia Surgery Hernia surgery is almost always the necessary treatment when […]
