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I had (2) hernia surgery removal & was cut @ (5)

times . Hospitalized (5) days & released for home

Afterward minor pain but could not use the toilet

( bowl movement) for @ ( 11 ) days. Yr-2015 now

still have stomach pain ( slightly) My Age ( 83 )yr

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What is another term meaning diaphragmatic hernia?

Another term for diaphragmatic hernia is a hiatal hernia.


Why does a hiatal hernia cause a burning sensation in the esophagus?

A hiatal hernia often is caused by weak muscles and tissue within and around the hiatus. In a sliding hiatal hernia, a small part of the stomach pushes through the diaphragm and into the chest. A valve between the esophagus and the stomach also moves up and away from the diaphragm.


Can you get a hernia two times?

Yes, it is possible to get a hernia more than once. Having a previous hernia does not prevent you from developing another one in a different location or even in the same area if the underlying issues that contributed to the first hernia are not addressed.


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]


When a hernia can be returned to the abdominal cavity it is said to be what?

Reducible The hernia is said to be 'reducible' if it can be returned to the abdominal cavity and 'incarcerated' when it cannot be returned to the abdominal cavity.

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What is a hernia in you testicles?

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If it's not an inguinal hernia what could it be?

If it isn't an inguinal hernia it could just be a growth. This does not mean it harmful, it could be a begin growth that will have no effect on your health.


Is it safe to fly with a hernia?

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What is another term meaning diaphragmatic hernia?

Another term for diaphragmatic hernia is a hiatal hernia.


What does it mean when you have a bump where your bowels come from?

If there is a "bump" where your bowels are, then it is likely you have a hernia. You should schedule an appointment to see your doctor to get this checked out. If a loop of bowel in a hernia becomes twisted on itself, or if the blood flow is reduced, it can have some very serious consequences.


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Why does a hiatal hernia cause a burning sensation in the esophagus?

A hiatal hernia often is caused by weak muscles and tissue within and around the hiatus. In a sliding hiatal hernia, a small part of the stomach pushes through the diaphragm and into the chest. A valve between the esophagus and the stomach also moves up and away from the diaphragm.