Causes of Hernias and Appropriate Treatment. Do you need surgery? -Hernia or hernia is a protrusion that occurs around the hips to the groin. This disease usually occurs in adult men which is characterized by a burning pain. This hernia lump can interfere with daily activities, so it needs further prevention and treatment. One treatment to remove the lump is surgery.
Is it true that hernia sufferers have to have surgery? Come on, take a closer look at the following article, MIKA Friends!
Getting to Know Hernia Disease
A hernia occurs when an internal organ pushes through a lump in the muscle and weak tissue. The main cause is heavy activity that is often done excessively, such as lifting weights.
Generally, people know this disease is suffered by adult men only. However, hernia can occur in women. Research published in the Annals of Medicine and Surgery shows that 90% of hernia sufferers in Indonesia are generally men, and 10% in women.
Hernia disease consists of four types. Among them are the following.
1. Inguinal Hernia
This type of hernia is commonly suffered by men. The symptoms are, fatty tissue in the intestines pierces the upper groin of the inner thigh.
2. Femoral Hernia
Femoral hernias are more common in women. The symptoms are the same as inguinal hernias, namely weakness in the muscles from birth or due to aging.
3. Umbilical Hernia
This is a type of hernia that occurs in the navel. Usually this disease is experienced by babies. However, in some cases, umbilical hernias can also occur in adults.
4. Hernia Hiatal
A hiatal hernia is a symptom of the appearance of a protrusion that leads to the sheet of muscle that separates the stomach and chest.
Causes of Hernia
Based on the opinion of many surgeons, hernias occur due to several factors. Are as follows:
- Muscle weakness due to aging
- Lifting excessive weights
- Constipation when defecating
- Unhealthy lifestyle (obesity, irregular eating patterns, smoking, etc.)
- Genetic factors
- Pregnancy
- Cough or sneeze too hard
Symptoms of Hernia
The following are some of the symptoms of hernias that are commonly felt by sufferers:
- Pain when doing heavy activities, such as lifting weights
- It hurts when coughing, sneezing, and crying.
- Feeling a hot or painful sensation around the lump
- Feeling discomfort in the groin area, especially when bending down, lifting weights, or coughing
- A heavy sensation around the groin
- Pain and swelling around the testicles as the bowel protrudes into the scrotum
If these symptoms are felt by MIKA Friends, go to the doctor immediately to get the right treatment, okay! Because, if left untreated, it will result in increasingly severe complications.
Hernia Treatment
When you consult about a hernia, the doctor will further recommend you for a CT-Scan.
To treat a hernia that is getting bigger and causing pain, one of the treatments is surgery.
Generally, hernia surgery is performed open or laparoscopically, depending on how severe the hernia itself is.
You can have laparoscopic surgery at Mitra Keluarga Hospital in Bekasi, East Bekasi, Cibubur, Cikarang, Depok, Kalideres, Tegal, and Waru.
Prevention of Hernia Disease
So that a hernia doesn’t get worse, of course you can prevent it by changing to a healthier lifestyle. This can also be done after you have had surgery.
- So, how do you prevent hernia?
- Avoid lifting too heavy weights. When lifting weights, bend your knees and don’t put your support on your back or waist. Don’t forget to always regulate your breathing.
- Regular exercise with light strength training exercises to maintain muscle strength, especially the abdominal area.
- Pay attention to balanced nutritional intake, especially enriched with fiber to avoid constipation.
- Avoid smoking.
- When you defecate, avoid putting too much pressure on your body.
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