Umbilical Hernia 

Umbilical hernia treatment in Jayanagar

An umbilical hernia is a condition where a part of the intestine protrudes through a weakened area in the abdominal muscles around the belly button. This condition is common in infants but can also affect adults.

Causes:

Umbilical hernias occur when there is a weakness in the abdominal muscles around the belly button. This weakness can be present at birth or develop later in life due to factors like obesity, pregnancy, or heavy lifting.

Symptoms:

The most common symptom of an umbilical hernia is a bulge or swelling around the belly button that may increase in size when coughing or straining. Other symptoms may include abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and constipation.

Diagnosis:

A doctor can diagnose an umbilical hernia by performing a physical exam and feeling for a bulge or swelling around the belly button. Additional tests like an ultrasound or CT scan may be done to confirm the diagnosis and assess the severity of the condition.

Umbilical hernia treatment in JP Nagar

Prevention:

Some ways to prevent the development of umbilical hernias include maintaining a healthy weight, avoiding heavy lifting, treating constipation promptly, and avoiding straining during bowel movements.

Surgical Treatment:

In some cases, an umbilical hernia may require surgical treatment to prevent complications like strangulation, where the protruding intestine becomes trapped and blood supply is cut off. Surgery involves repairing the weakened abdominal muscles around the belly button.

Types of Laparoscopic Surgery:

Laparoscopic surgery is a minimally invasive surgical technique that uses small incisions and specialized instruments to repair an umbilical hernia. There are two types of laparoscopic surgery for umbilical hernias:

1. Transabdominal Preperitoneal Repair (TAPP) – This surgery involves creating a small incision near the belly button and inserting a laparoscope to view the inside of the abdomen. The hernia is then repaired from the inside.
2. Totally Extraperitoneal Repair (TEP) – This surgery involves creating small incisions in the lower abdomen and inserting a laparoscope and specialized instruments. The hernia is repaired from the outside of the peritoneum, or lining of the abdomen.

Instructions to Follow Before and After Surgery:

Before the surgery, patients may be instructed to avoid eating or drinking for several hours to prepare for anesthesia. After surgery, patients may need to avoid heavy lifting and strenuous activity for several weeks and may be prescribed pain medication to manage discomfort.

Types of Laparoscopic Surgery:

Open Umbilical Hernia Repair:

1. In this procedure, a small incision is made near the umbilical hernia, and the surgeon pushes the protruding tissue back into the abdomen. The muscle weakness around the umbilical area is then repaired using stitches or a mesh patch to reinforce the area.

Laparoscopic Umbilical Hernia Repair:

1. In this procedure, the surgeon makes a small incision near the belly button and inserts a laparoscope (a thin tube with a camera and light at the end). This allows the surgeon to view the hernia and surrounding area on a monitor. Small surgical instruments are then inserted through other small incisions to repair the hernia. The weakened muscle around the hernia is repaired using a mesh patch.

Instructions to Follow Before Surgery:

Before surgery, your surgeon will provide you with specific instructions to follow, which may include:

• Stop taking certain medications, such as blood thinners, several days before surgery to reduce the risk of bleeding.
• Fast for several hours before the procedure, usually starting at midnight the night before the surgery.
• Arrange for someone to drive you home after the procedure.

Instructions to Follow After Surgery:

After surgery, your surgeon will provide you with specific instructions to follow, which may include:

• Avoid lifting heavy objects or performing strenuous activities for several weeks after surgery.
• Take pain medication as prescribed by your surgeon.
• Eat a healthy, balanced diet to help promote healing.
• Keep the surgical site clean and dry to reduce the risk of infection.

In conclusion, surgical treatment for umbilical hernia can effectively repair the weakened abdominal muscles and prevent future complications. If you are experiencing symptoms of an umbilical hernia or have been diagnosed with the condition, speak with Dr Gaurang Ramesh about whether surgical treatment is necessary for you. By following the instructions provided by your surgeon before and after surgery, you can help ensure a safe and successful recovery.

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