That's because it takes lots of abdominal pressure to push a baby out, which can ...
The mesh was fixed either by the double crown (DC) technique or with tacks along the
According to a 2014 study, having two C-sections makes a hernia three times
When the patient has a small and asymptomatic hernia it may be
Pregnancy can heighten a woman's risk of a hernia.
The advice to avoid hernia surgery during pregnancy is, almost certainly, the
Pregnancy can increase the risk of accidental bowel leakage. It is more common in women who deliver vaginally than women who have a C-section.
An umbilical hernia in pregnancy is rare, but it does happen. Usually, treatment can wait until after delivery, but if you do need
If I decide to have surgery, what can I expect during the recovery period?
Prompt medical treatment can help prevent further protrusion and discomfort.