General Surgery : All your questions answered

A hump on neck.

A hump on the neck can occur due to various reasons such as, excess fat deposit (buffalo hump), kyphosis, thyroid disorders or enlarged lymph nodes. To know the exact diagnosis, it is essential that you consult a healthcare Read more

How Long After Hernia Surgery Can You Fly?

The timing to fly after hernia surgery varies based on the surgical method and individual recovery. For laparoscopic surgery, wait a few days to a week. Open surgery may require several weeks. Consider flight duration, health, and consult with the surgeon for Read more

Can you do tai chi with inguinal hernia?

Yes, you can do tai chi with inguinal hernia. If you do it in the right way, there is no harm. However, if you are not doing tai chi correctly, you are likely putting a pressure on the area of inguinal hernia. Read more

What are the symptoms of a sport hernia?

Symptoms of a sports hernia may vary from person to person. Various symptoms of sports hernia include -Pain in the groin area during a sports activity. The severity of pain depends on the hernia size.

Severe pain during twisting or such moments that involve the Read more

What are the complications of a hernia?

Hernia complications may vary from person to person. The complications usually include hernia recurrence, strangulation of hernia, mesh failure, nausea, swelling and persistent pain. 

The only way to treat a hernia is surgery, which is quite safe. However, if your hernia size Read more

What are the benefits of hernia belts?

If your hernia is not very severe or if you are recovering from a hernia surgery, hernia belt can help you manage the symptoms. It is worn around the abdomen to push the protrusion back to its original place. The hernia belt Read more

Can pulling down weights cause a hernia?

Pulling down weights alone doesn’t cause a hernia, but improper weight lifting with weak abdominal muscles can. You may get a hernia if you carry weights beyond your ability. 

Basically, any physical activity that increases the pressure on the abdominal wall can cause this Read more

What yoga asanas can cure a hernia?

While yoga asanas can help in managing hernia pain, it may not be able to cure a hernia completely. Yoga can reduce the chances of hernia recurrence and even getting a hernia in the first place. 

If you have a hernia, you can Read more

How to treat a back pain after my hernia surgery?

After hernia surgery, it is quite common to feel back pain because of resting more than usual. Your back can get stiff due to sleeping or sitting in the same position. Hernia surgery involves mesh material and this can also cause pain Read more

How to lose weight with a hernia?

If you want to lose weight with a hernia, a healthy diet, and gentle exercises can help. 

However, you must not try any heavy weightlifting or strenuous exercise, as it involves a risk of pressure on your abdominal area. You must not forget Read more