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Hernia

Also known as: Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Enterocele, Inguinal Hernia

Digestive System

<p>A hernia happens when part of an internal organ or tissue bulges through a weak area of muscle.

Most hernias are in the abdomen.</p><p>There are several types of hernias, including:</p><ul><li> Inguinal, in the groin.

This is the the most common type.</li><li> Umbilical, around the belly button</li><li> Incisional, through a scar</li><li>Hiatal, a small opening in the diaphragm that allows the upper part of the stomach to move up into the chest.</li><li> Congenital diaphragmatic, a birth defect that needs surgery</li></ul><p>Hernias are common.

They can affect men, women, and children.

A combination of muscle weakness and straining, such <span class="qt1">as</span> with heavy lifting, might contribute.

Some people are born with weak abdominal muscles and may be more likely to get a hern

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