Hernia is a condition that occurs when the intestine slips through the abdominal wall, causing a visible bulge into the body cavity. The condition is more common in men than women and children.

Age-related increases in estrogen may be the reason why inguinal hernias are common among older men, new research with rodents suggests. Inguinal hernias occur when soft tissue — often part of the ...

Robotic surgery is the latest advancement in hernia treatment. It is an advanced form of the laparoscopic method, but robotic ...

(Reuters Health) – - Many men experience sexual dysfunction or pain during sexual activity after groin surgery to repair a hernia, a research review suggests. The authors analyzed data from 12 ...

An unusual bulge in the lower abdomen can cause severe pain and embarrassment, but doctors at the University of Alabama at Birmingham are on a mission to educate and treat patients one hernia at a ...

People who have a sitting job must ensure some kind of physical activity at regular intervals Desk workers are highly ...

When Shamus Burns found a lump in his groin on holiday last year, he was naturally alarmed. But after seeing a GP on his return home, the 43-year-old Huddersfield University lecturer was reassured to ...

Since chronic constipation is a risk factor for hernia, it is best to prevent it by consuming a high-fibre diet that includes plenty of vegetables, dry fruits, legumes and whole grains (Image: Canva) ...

Pain or discomfort in the groin, particularly during activities like lifting, coughing, or bending, is common, if you have inguinal hernia. An inguinal hernia in men occurs when a portion of the ...