Female Hernia: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
It is very difficult to diagnose hernias in women. These hernias are small and difficult to diagnose. Women are more likely than men to experience constant pain from internal hernias. Continue reading to learn more about the different types of hernias that can occur in women and treatment options. We are here to discuss Female Hernia: Causes – Symptoms and Treatment.
Hernia Causes in Women
There are many causes of women developing hernias. Below are some common causes.
- Chronic cough
- Chronic sneezing
- An increase in abdominal pressure
- Pregnancy
- Exercising excessively during bowel movements
- Strenuous exercise
- A weakness in a particular area of the abdomen
We now know the most common causes of hernias in men. Let’s take a look at some of the reasons that certain types of hernias are more common in women.
Many femoral hernias are more common in women between the ages of 40 and 60. As the muscles weaken with age, this age group is more likely to develop a hernia. An individual who has had previous surgery in the area of the groin may be more at risk for an inguinal hernia. A femoral Canal is an abnormality in women that occurs when the femoral channel, the area containing fat and lymphodes, becomes weak.
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Hernia Risk Factors in Females
Female hernia risk can be increased by several factors. Below are some of the factors.
- Aging
- Obesity
- Constipation is a chronic condition.
- Chronic cough
- Hereditary
- Low birth rate and premature birth
- Giving birth
- Lifting heavyweights
- Abdominal fluid build-up
Types Hernia for Women
Femoral hernias
This is the most common type female hernia. The femoral canal houses the femoral arterial and other blood vessels. When the tissue bulges from the weak point in the abdomen close to the groin, a hernia is formed in the femoral channel. The herniated tissue may move through the opening to reach the groin and thigh.
Umbilical hernias
Umbilical hernias are the second most common type. An umbilical occurs when the abdominal wall becomes weaker near the belly button. The tissue that protrudes from the navel can be seen. This type of hernia is also common in babies. Leaving this untreated could cause complications.
Hiatal hernias
The hernia is invisible from the outside because it occurs inside. Hiatal hernias are caused by the stomach pushing through the hole in diaphragm – an area occupied mainly by the esophagus. Hiatal hernia may be associated with acid reflux or heartburn.
Hernia Symptoms in Women
The majority of cases don’t have any symptoms or signs. Hernia in women is usually diagnosed during routine physical examination. These are some of the signs and symptoms that women may experience when they have a hernia.
The pain can be minor or severe.
A burning sensation in the vicinity of the hernia
When the hernia becomes more severe, such as when it gets strangulated, there can be severe symptoms. Some of these symptoms are:
- It is a terrible pain
- Nausea and vomiting
- Unable to pass gas
- Tenderness around swelling or worsening
- Fever
- Elevated heart rate
- The bulge is surrounded by redness
Diagnosis for Hernia in Women
The doctor can assist in diagnosing the problem by asking the patient what is causing it or how to alleviate it. The doctor will also check for abdominal pressure if the patient lifts weight, exercises, laughs or strains in the toilet. To confirm the diagnosis, the doctor will recommend an ultrasound of the abdomen or groin. The doctor can use imaging technology to detect the defect in the muscle wall and protruding tissue.
Treatment for Hernia in Women
If the hernia does not cause symptoms, you can manage it with simple home remedies or preventive steps. If a hernia is not treated, it can cause severe discomfort and require surgical intervention.
Laparoscopic hernia surgery is more successful than open surgical repair. This procedure is less painful and causes less scarring. Get the Best Hernia Doctor in Kolkata.
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Dr. Azhar Alam
MBBS (Honours), MRCS A (UK),
DNB General Surgery
FIAGES (Gastro Intestinal Surgery)
FMAS (Minimal Access Surgery),
MNAMS (New Delhi)
Consultant Gastrointestinal, Advanced Laparoscopic and Laser Surgeon
Assistant Professor of Surgery, KPC Medical College and Hospital
