Hemorrhoids, also called piles, are enlarged or swollen veins surrounding the (inside and outside) anus or in the lower rectum. The rectum, which is the bowel’s last part, connects to the anus, an opening through which feces exits the body. Everyone (both men and women) has this hemorrhoidal tissue in the rectal area, which is…
A hernia develops when the muscle of the abdominal wall compromises its integrity and becomes weak. Over time, a gap is created in this weak wall, allowing abdominal tissues and some parts of the intestine to start protruding out through the gap. Hernias can lead to severe health problems if they are not treated properly. …
There are various types of hernias, and they are among the most common health problems affecting many people, from newborns to elderly people. Surgical repair is the common treatment used to fix most hernia problems. Remember, all hernias might not require surgery. Open hernia surgery and laparoscopic hernia repair are the most popular surgical procedures…