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A hernia occurs when an organ or fatty tissuesqueezes through a weak spot in a surroundingmuscle or connective tissue called fascia. Themost common types of hernia are inguinal (innergroin), incisional (resulting from an incision),femoral (outer groin), umbilical (belly button),and hiatal (upper stomach).
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Increased intra-abdominal pressureWeakened spot in the abdomenStrainingLifting heavy weights and objectsAscitesObesityPregnancy
Causes
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Types of inguinal hernias
Direct inguinal hernia
Indirect inguinal hernia
Pantaloon hernia
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Treatment and medicationEnlarged and painful inguinal hernias usually requiresurgical repair. Ibuprofen or acetaminophen medicationsare usually prescribed to decrease pain in small hernias. Surgical intervention isimperative for allhernias due to the risk of incarceration and strangulation
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