Although more hernia surgeries are performed each year on men, it seems a higher percentage of women suffer the risk of significant chronic pain. Many physicians and surgery centers are studying inguinal hernia surgery in females and lowering the risk of chronic pain.
Read More »Inguinal Hernia Surgery In Females: Lowering The Risk Of Chronic PainSome patients come into our offices and ask the question: Am I a candidate for non-mesh hernia repair? We usually cannot give them an answer… Read More »Am I A Candidate For Non-Mesh Hernia Repair?
Hernias occur when tissues or an organ push through a weak spot in the connecting tissue or muscle wall. Since hernias do not get better by themselves, sometimes your doctor will recommend surgery to treat your hernia. Here is what to expect before and after hernia surgery.
Read More »What To Expect Before And After Hernia SurgeryCould my pelvic pain be due to a hernia? It’s not usually the first thing that comes to mind. When most of us think of anything related to the pelvis and having pain, we assume it must be associated with a female disorder of some kind. Not only is that not always true, but pelvic pain can also affect men. Here’s what you should know about pelvic pain and hernias.
There are avowed procrastinators who abide by the saying: “Don’t rush me, I’m waiting for the last minute.” That might be funny if the topic was inconsequential, but getting treatment for a hernia would not be one of them. The serious risks you’re taking by not treating a hernia are no joke, and delaying needed surgery is never a good idea.
Read More »The Serious Risks You’re Taking by Not Treating a Hernia
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