What is Umbilical hernia?
Umbilical hernia
The human body’s muscles will have weak places. These weak regions could be congenital, because of trauma, underlying illnesses, or a surgical side effect. When these weak areas exist in the body, it’s possible that the fatty tissue or internal organs can push through and protrude onto the outside. These are often excruciating. A hernia is a generic term used for this condition. Umbilical hernias are one of the most commonly found hernias. In the majority of the cases, umbilical hernias do not cause harm. An umbilical hernia happens when a part of the intestine pushes through a weak spot in the muscles of the abdomen near the belly button.
Laparoscopic surgery
There are two main surgeries that are done to treat hernias; open surgery and laparoscopic surgery. In open surgery, the skin in the affected area is cut and then the tissue that is protruding out is set back into place and then the health care professional tends to the weakened fascia by stitching it back up. Most of the time, some sort of mesh is used to secure the area and provide extra support.
- PROCEDURE NAME : Laparoscopic surgery
- SURGERY TYPE: Minimally Invasive LASER
- HOSPITALIZATION: No Hospitalization
- SURGERY DURATION: 30 minutes
- ANAESTHESIA:Spinal Block / General Anaesthesia
- FULL RECOVERY: 3 - 4 days
TREATMENTS
Diagnosis
Hernias are easy to detect because they are visible to the naked eye. A small lump will appear on the person’s affected area. The location where the lump is located will be examined by the doctor. The medical professional will evaluate the area around the naval in the case of umbilical hernias. The doctor will observe if the hernia is reducible and can be pushed back into the abdomen. It is vital to check if the hernia has been incarcerated. Then it becomes a serious medical emergency that requires immediate attention.
Surgery
In the majority of the cases, umbilical hernias don’t require treatment in infants. By the time the child reaches three years old, the hernia will go back and the cavity will be closed. However, if the hernia is incarcerated, it won’t be able to be massaged or pushed back into place. In such cases, surgical repair is required. There are two main surgeries that are done to treat hernias; open surgery and laparoscopic surgery. In open surgery, the skin in the affected area is cut and then the tissue that is protruding out is set back into place and then the health care professional tends to the weakened fascia by stitching it back up. Most of the time, some sort of mesh is used to secure the area and provide extra support. Laparoscopic surgery is also an alternative to treat hernias. The laparoscopic procedure is very similar to open surgery. However, instead of cutting the skin, minute incisions are made on the skin, and the surgical tools are inserted through the incisions to complete the procedure by setting the protruding tissue into place.
Causes
- Chronic constipation
- Painful bowel movements
- Nausia
Symptoms
- Discomfort while sitting
- Swelling & Itching
- Painful bowel movements
- Excessive Bleeding
Frequently Asked Questions
Are umbilical hernias common?
Umbilical hernias are very common in infants. However, it is less common in adults.
What to avoid if my child has an umbilical hernia?
Avoid putting pressure on the area and do not place anything on the lump.
Will an umbilical hernia go away on its own?
In the majority of infants, the umbilical hernia will heal on its own. However, if it doesn’t heal, then it will have to be surgically repaired.
What will aggravate an umbilical hernia?
Exerting pressure on the abdomen will aggravate any hernia and causes the internal organ or tissues to stick out more.
Is an umbilical hernia painful?
An umbilical hernia is not painful in children. However, when an umbilical hernia occurs during adulthood, it will cause abdominal pain.
