Hernia

Updated: 2024-06-29

Description

The bulging of an organ or tissue through an irregular opening, typically in the belly.

Overview

A hernia is the bulging of an organ or tissue, such as the stomach or intestine, through an irregular opening.

Symptoms

Symptoms depend on the area affected, ranging from no symptoms to pain, swelling and trouble swallowing.

Treatments

Treatment, if needed, includes surgically returning tissue to its typical location and closing the opening.