Types of Hernia
                     All You Need To Know About Hernia
What is Hernia?
Hernia generally occurs when fatty tissue or organ
squeezes  through  connective  tissue  (fascia)  or  a
weak area in a surrounding muscle. A hernia is of
four types. Before getting the treatment, it is vital
to understand the symptoms and  types of hernia
one has. 
Types of Hernia
 ➦ Inguinal Hernia
This  is  the  most  common type of  hernia which
occurs when intestines tear in the lower abdominal
wall  in  the  inguinal  canal  or  push  through  the
weak spot. Inguinal hernia is more commonly seen
in men than women. Basically, the inguinal canal
is present in the groin. In men, it is the place where
the spermatic cord passes from the abdominal to
the scrotum. This cord is responsible for holding
testicles.  On  the  other  hand,  in  women,  the
inguinal  canal  contains  a  ligament  that  aids
holding the uterus in the right place. 
➦ Hiatal Hernia
The  next  type  of  hernia  is  hiatal  hernia.  It
generally occurs when your stomach part obtrudes
up through the diaphragm into the cavity  of  the
chest.  This  diaphragm is  usually  a  muscle  sheet
that helps you breathe by incurring and moving air
into  your  lungs.  Moreover,  it  separates  the
abdominal organs from the chest. Thus hernia type
is most  commonly seen in people over 50 years
old. However, if any child has this condition, it is
due to a congenital  birth defect.  Hiatal  hernia is
commonly caused due to gastroesophageal reflux
that is when the contents in the stomach get leaked
backward  into  the  esophagus,  which  causes  a
burning sensation. 
➦ Umbilical Hernia
This  type  of  hernia  is  most  commonly  seen  in
babies and children. This occurs when the intestine
bulges through the abdominal wall near the belly
button. You can see a bulge near or on the belly
button  of  your  child,  especially  when  they  cry.
Although, umbilical hernia goes away on its own
when  the  muscles  of  the  abdominal  wall  get
stronger as the child becomes 1 or 2 years of age.
In case, the hernia still  persists by the age of 5,
surgery  is  needed in  order  to  treat  it.  Even  this
hernia  type  can  occur  to  adults  from  repeated
abdomen  strain  due  to  things  like  fluid  in  the
abdomen, pregnancy, or obesity. 
➦ Ventral Hernia
A  ventral  hernia  is  caused  when  tissues  bulge
through  muscles  opening  of  your  abdomen.
However, when lying down, you can see the size
of the hernia reduces. This hernia can be present
from birth but commonly acquired at some point in
life.  The  common factors  in  this  type  of  hernia
include  things  such  as  pregnancy,  strenuous
activity, and obesity. Besides this, a Ventra hernia
can also occur in the area of a surgical incision.
This  is  known  as  an  incisional  hernia  and  can
occur due to abdominal muscles weakness in the
surgical area or surgical scarring. 
Complications
If  left  untreated,  a  hernia  can  cause  severe
complications. It can put excess pressure on tissues
that cause pain and swelling. Moreover, a part of
your  intestine  also  becomes  trapped  in  the
abdominal  wall  known  as  incarceration.  This
condition  can  restrict  bowel  and  cause
constipation,  nausea,  or  severe  pain.  If  your
intestines don’t get sufficient blood flow, you can
have  strangulation  which  makes  intestinal  tissue
die or become infected. The symptoms that need
instant medical attention are:
 Fever
 A red or purple bulge
 Unable to pass gas or have normal bowel 
movements
 Vomiting and nausea
 Worse pain