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Should We Be Worried About The Painless Umbilical Hernia?
Hi Doctor, My mother has umbilical Hernia sized 1.4 cm, but she does not have any pain or any discomfort due to this. Can you please suggest do we need to go for Surgical treatment?
if yes, then what kind of treatment is required.
My mother's age is 61. Please help....
if yes, then what kind of treatment is required.
My mother's age is 61. Please help....
Sat, 7 Nov 2020
Hello,
Umbilical hernia becomes complicated when it gets obstructed and strangulated. When it gets obstructed, it does not return back in to the tummy. This may cause intestinal obstruction. When its blood supply gets compromised, it is called strangulated hernia. The hernia becomes painful and red when it is strangulated.
These complicated hernias can be life threatening. She needs to avoid straining which will worsen hernia. She should avoid lifting heavy weights, get treated if she is constipated or having persistent cough. Consult a Surgeon to get evaluated
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Vidya K. R., General & Family Physician
Umbilical hernia becomes complicated when it gets obstructed and strangulated. When it gets obstructed, it does not return back in to the tummy. This may cause intestinal obstruction. When its blood supply gets compromised, it is called strangulated hernia. The hernia becomes painful and red when it is strangulated.
These complicated hernias can be life threatening. She needs to avoid straining which will worsen hernia. She should avoid lifting heavy weights, get treated if she is constipated or having persistent cough. Consult a Surgeon to get evaluated
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Vidya K. R., General & Family Physician
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