What are the Different Hernia Types?
Hernias can appear at any location in the body where tissue is weak and therefore potentially vulnerable to herniation. Abdominal hernias are the most common and most well-known type of hernia, and they are usually easy to identify and treat. While many hernia types cause a characteristic bulge and pain which make diagnosis fairly straightforward, some hernia types occur inside the body, where the herniation may not be apparent until a complication such as strangulation has developed.
Hernias can appear at any location in the body where tissue is weak and therefore potentially vulnerable to herniation. Abdominal hernias are the most common and most well-known type of hernia, and they are usually easy to identify and treat. While many hernia types cause a characteristic bulge and pain which make diagnosis fairly straightforward, some hernia types occur inside the body, where the herniation may not be apparent until a complication such as strangulation has developed. A hernia occurs when an internal organ or pocket of fatty tissue pushes through the material which is supposed to protect it and hold it in place. In a classic example of a hernia, the intestines push through the abdomen, creating an abdominal hernia. Herniation can occur in a previously weakened site, such as an area where surgery occurred, or it can happen as a result of prolonged strain and stress. In all cases, it is important to surgically repair the hernia to prevent complications. Abdominal hernias
