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What is Paraumbilical and Umbilical Hernia Repair?
It occurs when digestive tract parts project through the opening of the umbilical in the abs. These hernias may occur in newborn children at or after birth and get resolved by three or four years old. In older umbilical hernias won’t resolve on its own and may continuously compound after some time. There are some cases brought about by pressure of stomach or overweight, unreasonable hacking, or pregnancy
What are the symptoms of paraumbilical and umbilical hernia?
Adults can have umbilical hernias as well. The main symptom is the same — a swelling or bulge near the area of the navel. However, umbilical hernias can cause discomfort and become very painful in adults. Surgical treatment is usually needed.
The following symptoms may indicate a more severe situation that requires medical treatment:
- the baby is in obvious pain
- the baby suddenly starts vomiting
- the bulge (in both children and adults) is very tender, swollen, or discoloured
- being overweight
- frequent pregnancies
- multiple gestation pregnancies
- excess fluid in the abdominal cavity
- abdominal surgery
- having a persistent, heavy cough
- Your Healthcare Provider will do a physical exam to know if an infant or adult has an umbilical hernia. Healthcare will see if the hernia can be pushed back into the abdominal cavity (reducible) or if it is trapped in its place (incarcerated)
- An incarcerated hernia is a potentially serious issue because the trapped part of the herniated contents may become deprived of a blood supply (strangulated)
- This can cause permanent damage to tissue. Your healthcare provider takes an X-ray or does an ultrasound on the abdominal area to ensure that there are no problems. They may also order blood tests to see for infection or ischemia, especially if the intestine is incarcerated or strangulated.
What is the main cause of Paraumbilical and Umbilical Hernia repair?
An umbilical hernia in adults usually occurs when too much pressure is put on a weak section of the abdominal muscles. Potential causes are:
What are the possible issues of Paraumbilical and Umbilical Hernia Repair?
Complications from paraumbilical and umbilical hernias rarely occur in children. However, additional issues can occur in both children and adults if the umbilical cord is incarcerated.
How is Paraumbilical and Umbilical Hernia is examined?
What is the best treatment recommended for Paraumbilical and Umbilical Hernia?
There are many cases in which babies will resolve on their own by age 3 or 4. If you think your baby may have a paraumbilical and umbilical hernia, talk with your pediatrician. Seek emergency care if your baby be in pain or the bulge becomes very swollen or discolored. Adults with a bulge on their abdomen should also meet a doctor.
Hernia repair surgery is a fairly simple and common process. While all surgeries have risks, most children are able to return to their home from an umbilical hernia surgery within a few hours.
What will happen if Praumbilical and Umbilical Hernia is not treated?
● fever● constipation
● severe abdominal pain and tenderness
● nausea and vomiting
● a bulging lump in the abdomen
● redness or other discoloration
How can I decrease my risk of getting Paraumbilical and Umbilical Hernia?
Nearly 20 percent of babies are born with umbilical hernia.
It’s possible to treat a belly button hernia that has developed during pregnancy, without any surgery. Practicing some regular exercises such as yoga, aerobics and stretching can also help.
Why Paraumbilical and Umbilical Hernia Repair is done?
Surgery is done for the serious problems that cause hernia and allows them to return to normal activities.
