Top 25 FAQ's About Hernia and Its Treatment:
A hernia happens when an internal organ or tissue pushes through a weak spot in the muscle or abdominal wall, creating a bulge.
A visible bulge, heaviness, pain while lifting, coughing or standing, and discomfort in the groin or abdomen.
Yes. If untreated, hernias can enlarge, become painful, or lead to complications like obstruction or strangulation.
No. Hernias do not heal naturally and gradually worsen with time. Surgery is the only definitive treatment.
Weak muscles, ageing, chronic cough, constipation, obesity, heavy lifting, pregnancy, previous surgeries, and smoking.
Inguinal, femoral, umbilical, ventral, epigastric, hiatal, incisional, recurrent, and sports hernia.
Physical examination, ultrasound, CT scan, or MRI depending on the hernia type.
Yes. Modern hernia surgery—especially laparoscopic and robotic repair—is very safe with quick recovery.
A minimally invasive surgery using small cuts, a camera, and instruments to repair the hernia with mesh.
An advanced method using robotic arms controlled by the surgeon, offering superior precision and lower recurrence risk.
Depends on the hernia type, size, recurrence, patient’s health, and surgeon expertise. Specialists like Dr. Pinak can guide the right choice.
Most abdominal wall and groin hernias require mesh for strong, long-term repair. Small hernias may be repaired without mesh.
Yes. Modern, high-quality medical-grade mesh is safe, durable, and significantly reduces recurrence.
Most surgeries take 30–90 minutes depending on the type and technique.
Light walking from Day 1, routine work in 5–7 days, gym in 4–6 weeks, and full recovery in 6–12 weeks.
Office work within a week. Physically demanding jobs may require 3–6 weeks depending on the surgery type.
Heavy lifting, straining, smoking, alcohol, constipation, and sudden twisting movements.
Severe pain, fever, redness, discharge from the wound, vomiting, or a new bulge—contact your surgeon immediately.
Yes, especially if repaired by inexperienced surgeons, poor mesh placement, smoking, obesity, or heavy strain too early.
Stop smoking, maintain healthy weight, avoid heavy lifting in early weeks, treat constipation/cough, and follow post-op instructions.
A hernia that returns after previous repair due to weak tissue, mesh issues, or wrong technique.
Only a specialist hernia surgeon with advanced training, high surgical volumes, and experience in robotic/laparoscopic techniques.
Costs vary based on hospital, surgery type, robotic/laparoscopic technique, mesh used, and complexity.
Many insurance plans cover hernia surgery, but robotic surgery coverage depends on the policy. Always check with TPA.
If you notice a bulge, pain, heaviness, or discomfort while lifting or standing—consult a hernia specialist immediately.