Types of Hernias



 What type of hernia do you have?

If it's above the belt, you may have a ventral or Abdominal Hernia.

If it's along the incision line from a previous surgery, you may have an Incisional Hernia.

If it's around your belly button, you may have an Umbilical Hernia.

If it's below the belt, you may have a groin or Inguinal Hernia.

If it's near the top of your leg, you may have a Femoral Hernia.

If you experience gastric reflux, you may have a Hiatal or Paraesophageal Hernia.
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