Hernias are an incredibly common medical
condition, and they can affect adults and
children. While it is a common issue, it will not
go away on its own.
“Hernias can develop in a number of different
locations and can appear at birth or develop
later in life,” said Stephen Komara, DO, general
surgeon at Corewell Health. “It is important to
identify a hernia and get it repaired if needed.”
A hernia is a weak area in your abdominal
muscle layer where tissue can push through
during or after strenuous activity. This often
causes a bulge that you can see or feel under
your skin. It is not uncommon for a hernia to
“push out” and then return to what looks normal,
but even a hernia that has disappeared from
view should still be taken seriously.
A hernia can appear in a variety of areas on
the abdomen—
below the groin or in the groin
area, at the navel, near surgical scars or at the
midline of the upper abdomen. If not treated,
a hernia can grow and lead to serious health
complications. Fortunately, Corewell Health
has a team of general surgeons who can
quickly and safely repair a hernia using the
da Vinci® Xi™ Surgical System.
“Robotically-assisted surgery can provide a number of benefits compared to a conventional
surgical approach,” says Dr. Komara.
“Most patients experience minimal scarring, reduced risk of infection because of smaller incisions,
less pain and fast recovery, which means they are returning home sooner.”
If you experience pressure or mild pain when lifting, coughing, urinating or doing other activities,
contact your primary care provider to see if you may have a hernia. Most hernias can be diagnosed
during a regular exam. It’s important to know that a hernia will not go away on its own.
Types of Hernias
An epigastric hernia occurs in the upper abdomen at the midline
A femoral hernia occurs just below the groin
An incisional hernia occurs at the site of a previous surgical incision
An inguinal hernia occurs in the groin area
An umbilical hernia occurs at the navel
Jun 29, 2023 Reporting from Niles, MI
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Hernias are an incredibly common medical
condition, and they can affect adults and
children. While it is a common issue, it will not
go away on its own.“Hernias can develop in a number of different
locations and can appear at birth or develop
later in life,” said
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