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[[image:common.jpg|left]]. Yes, they are incredibly common. By far the most common type of hernia is the '''Inguinal Hernia'''. There is a nice explanation of the types below: | [[image:common.jpg|left]]. Yes, they are incredibly common. By far the most common type of hernia is the '''Inguinal Hernia'''. There is a nice explanation of the types below: | ||
*'''Inguinal Hernia''' | *'''Inguinal Hernia''' - Basically, there is a congenital weakness of the inguinal canal. This sometimes herniates. Very common, and more common in women. Presents as a lump in the groin an inch above the pubic synthesis. | ||
*'''Femoral Hernia''' | *'''Femoral Hernia''' - A bit lower than an inguinal canal one, much more common in women, much more prone to [[#strangulation]]! | ||
*'''Umbilical Hernia''' | *'''Umbilical Hernia''' - | ||
*'''Incisional Hernia''' | *'''Incisional Hernia''' - | ||
*'''Hiatus Hernia''' | *'''Hiatus Hernia''' - | ||
Revision as of 16:46, 22 December 2009
What is a hernia?!
A hernia is a protrusion of an organ through a hole in the wall of the cavity that usually contains it.
Are they common?
. Yes, they are incredibly common. By far the most common type of hernia is the Inguinal Hernia. There is a nice explanation of the types below:
- Inguinal Hernia - Basically, there is a congenital weakness of the inguinal canal. This sometimes herniates. Very common, and more common in women. Presents as a lump in the groin an inch above the pubic synthesis.
- Femoral Hernia - A bit lower than an inguinal canal one, much more common in women, much more prone to #strangulation!
- Umbilical Hernia -
- Incisional Hernia -
- Hiatus Hernia -