INDIANAPOLIS — Hernias – while a familiar term to many – remain a bit of a mystery when it comes to understanding what they really are and how they happen. Dr. Kyle Seudeal, a general surgeon with ...

Medically reviewed by Robert Burakoff, MD Key Takeaways If you have a hiatal hernia, eat smaller, more frequent meals to ease symptoms.Avoid lying down for two to three hours after eating to help ...

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - One in four people will suffer from a hernia in their lifetime. It’s an uncomfortable and painful condition that gets worse when coughing, lifting or straining. For Hernia ...

These hernias concern doctors more than sliding hiatal hernias, even though they still may not cause symptoms. Your esophagus and stomach stay where they should be, but part of your stomach finds its ...

It’s the time of year when indoor and outdoor chores can require some heavy lifting. Whether you’re spring cleaning your house or getting your yard ready for warmer weather, you may be moving ...

Hernias are a common medical problem. In the United States more than 1.6 million hernia surgeries are performed each year. A hernia is a weakness in the abdominal wall that allows internal tissues ...

SHREVEPORT, La. - Gallbladder removal and hernia repair are among the most frequently performed general surgeries in the U.S. Now these procedures are being transformed by robotic-assisted surgery, ...

TEXARKANA, Texas (KTAL/KMSS) – June is National Hernia Awareness Month, and CHRISTUS Health is highlighting robotic technology for noninvasive repairs. “Robotic-assisted surgery has transformed the ...