To Identify Different Types Of Hernias

Hernias can be painful or painless and - in some cases - dangerous. For these reasons, it is important to learn about the different types of hernias and why you should consider the hernia surgery is to occur. A hernia occurs when a portion of the cavity of the body projects out of the area in which it is normally contained. This usually occurs in the intestine or abdominal fat. Some hernias produce no symptoms, but they carry a risk. The blood supply to an area of ​​the hernia can be cut and if it happens in the abdominal wall hernia repair is immediately necessary. The fabric is cut and blood oxygen it needs.

There are several types of hernias. Some are more common in women, while others occur more frequently in men.

• Inguinal or groin hernias: This type of hernia accounts for nearly 75 percent of all hernias of the abdominal wall. They are about 25 percent more likely to occur in men. There are two types of inguinal hernias - direct and indirect. Indirect hernia can occur at any age, but direct hernias are more common in middle-aged men and elderly. Hernia surgeons should be able to push the projection in place.

• Femoral hernia: The femoral canal is the route by which the femoral artery, vein and nerve leave the abdominal cavity and in the thigh. This can become magnified when abdominal contents protrude into the femoral canal.

• Umbilical hernia: This type is between 10 and 30 percent of all hernias. In most cases, umbilical hernia can be seen at birth as a protruding navel. This type of hernia is caused by an opening in the abdominal wall. Hernias occur most often during pregnancy or childbirth because the area is under stress.

• Incision hernia: Abdominal surgery can create weak zones where a hernia can form. Hernias develop after two to ten percent of any abdominal surgery. Some patients undergoing abdominal surgery are at greater risk than others, so be sure to consult the surgeon after the procedure to know your risk.
 

• SPIEGEL hernia: The hernia occurs along the rectus abdominis and several inches to the side of the abdomen environment. Spiegel hernia occurs only rarely.

• Obsturator hernia: This rare type of hernia occurs primarily in women. The hernia protrudes from the pelvic cavity while an opening in the pelvic bone. Obsturator hernias will not show a bulge on the contrary, will act as a bowel obstruction and cause nausea or vomiting.

• Epigastric hernia: These occur between the navy and the bottom of the rib cage. Epigastric hernia is formed in an area of ​​weakness in the abdominal wall relative and are often painless.

If you think you have a hernia, it is important to consult a physician or surgeon immediately hernia.