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Common types include umbilical hernias (near the belly button) and inguinal hernias (in the groin area). Pregnancy can increase the risk of hernias. This is because your growing uterus increases ...

There are many different types of hernias, but the most common include inguinal (groin), umbilical, femoral, hiatal and incisional. Hernias can be caused by wear and tear over time, or one severe ...

Jan. 17, 2025 — Researchers, citizen scientists and their 'truffle dogs' -- have discovered two new species of truffle. Tuber canirevelatum, meaning the 'dog-found' truffle, was named in honor ...

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In almost all undescended testicles and at least half of ectopic testes there is also an inguinal hernia - this is a weakness in the abdominal wall along the same path taken by the testicle ...

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Hernia mesh can cause serious complications that may require revision surgeries. Thousands of hernia mesh lawsuits have already been filed, helping victims pursue justice and compensation for their ...

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