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A hernia or “breach” occurs when part of an organ (e.g. small intestine) is displaced and squeezes through a weak spot in the abdominal wall to make a bulge under the skin.
A hernia or “breach” occurs when part of an organ (e.g. small intestine) is displaced and squeezes through a weak spot in the abdominal wall to make a bulge under the skin. The hernia is visible as a bulge that can often easily be pushed back into the abdominal cavity. If it suddenly becomes very painful, however, a doctor should be consulted immediately.
Breaches of the abdominal wall occur when the muscles weaken slowly until a gap is formed (hernial opening). This usually happens if there is increased pressure on the abdominal wall, which happens in the following situations, among others:
Weak spots in the abdominal wall that allow hernias to form are often congenital.
A hernia can often be diagnosed by careful visual inspection and a physical examination.
If there is no pain and the hernia spontaneously glides back into the abdominal cavity or can easily be pushed back in, an operation is not yet warranted. There is always a risk, however, that the situation may change suddenly.
hernia, breach, groin hernia, bellybutton hernia, inguinal hernia, umbilical hernia, abdominal wall hernia, incisional hernia
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