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No. A hematoma is a blood clot. A hernia is a bulge of intestine protruding through abdominal muscle.
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What is another term meaning diaphragmatic hernia?
"hiatal hernia" and "hiatus hernia"
When is a hernia deadly?
A hernia can be deadly when it involves the intestines protruding through the abdominal wall and they become constricted. This can occur after a surgery scar has opened and allowed the small intestine to protrude and its contents are impeded from flowing through.
What hernia has the greatest potential for herniation?
inguinal hernia
What are the types of hernia?
The different kinds of hernia are listed below: * Congenital hernia: occur in babies, present from birth. * Inguinal hernia: common in sportsmen, involves part of the bowel protrudibng into the groin * Hiatus hernia: involves the stomach, where it enters the chest cavity via the hiatus. * Incarcerated hernia: where the hernia has swollen up. * Reducible hernia: one that can be manipulated back into place easily, much like a dislocated joint can be repositioned with relative ease. * Irreducible hernia: can't be returned to its original position without surgical intervention. * Strangulated hernia: potentially fatal, as it means the bood supply has been cut off by the hernia. There are even more types, each with their own subtle variations. These can be viewed from the link. [source: adapted from First Aid, by Geddes and Grosset]
Is it ok to drink when you have a hernia?
Yes, it is okay to drink in moderation when you have a hernia. If the hernia is hiatal, then acid drinks are not good to drink all the time.
Can a hematoma become an abscess?
Yes, a hematoma can become an abscess. There are several types of hematoma, and a few possibilities as to what kind of abscess can develop. The type of hematoma and the circumstances that drive it to abscess will determine what kind of abscess.
Has anyone died of hernia?
It depends on where the hernia is. Your bowels can become strangulated. So yes, it can happen
What is septal hematoma?
A septal hematoma is a mass of blood from torn tissue that may collect within the cartilage that divides the two nostrils. It may become infected and form an abscess that eventually destroys the cartilage.
Vaginal hematoma and you didnt fall What it is?
Any trauma can lead to a hematoma. Vaginal hematoma can be caused by intercourse.
Can cats die from Hernia?
Yes, if the hernia gets intestines protruding into it and the intestines become entrapped, twisted or strangulated.
What if you have a hematoma on your eyebrow from hitting your head?
hematoma above eyebrow
Is umbilical hernia rare in a 66 year old women?
The umbilical hernia is not rare in an 66 years old women. On the contrary it become common as the age advances.
What is the difference between a periorbital hematoma and a bilateral periorbital hematoma?
periorbital hematoma is 1 black eye, bilateral is 2 black eyes
What are the symptoms of a hiatil hernia?
Unlike a sports hernia, a hiatal hernia affects the core, often in the diaphragm or the abdomen directly. In many cases, there are actually no symptoms for this type of hernia. That said, others may have heartburn related to gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD. Surgery is often needed because the hernia can become restricted and blood supply to that affected area can be restricted or cut off entirely.
Why should abdominal hernia symptoms be treated quickly?
Abdominal hernia symptoms should be treated quickly because there is a high chance that it can become worse and can need that person to be hospitalized if untreated.
What cause a hematoma?
A hematoma is caused by a break in the wall of a blood vessel. The break may be spontaneous, as in the case of an aneurysm, or caused by trauma. In the case of a minor or major blow to the effected part of the brain may lead to sudden death, other located hematoma's that receive minor or major blows may cause some severe complications in the area of which it is in. The word "hematoma" came into usage around 1850. It was devised from Greek roots -- hemat-, referring to the blood + -oma, from soma meaning body = a bloody body, or a collection of blood. The many different kinds of hematomas are defined by location and include: * epidural hematoma, * extradural hematoma, * intracerebral hematoma, * intracranial hematoma, * nasal septum hematoma, * subcutaneous hematoma, * subdural hematoma. Common Misspellings: haematoma
What are the symptoms of an umbilical hernia?
An umbilical hernia can be serious if left untreated. The most common symptom of an umbilical hernia is a bulge near the navel. The bulge may become more obvious with coughing or straining. A child will not experience much pain but an adult will likely experience discomfort.
