Hernia repair surgery is a treatment option for patients with hernias that are painful enough to affect their everyday lives. A hernia is when internal tissue protrudes through a weakness in the surrounding muscle. Hernias aren’t always harmful, but they won’t go away without surgery. During hernia repair surgery, a surgeon gently pushes the organ […]
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Walking and running after hernia repair: What to expect
A hernia is a small bulge in your abdomen, thigh, or groin that occurs when an organ pushes through an opening, or weak spot, in the surrounding muscle or tissue. Hernias don’t always require immediate surgery, but they will not go away on their own. Your doctor will probably recommend hernia repair surgery if your […]
What is hernia repair surgery?
Hernias can be painful. You may feel pain when you cough, bend, or lift a heavy object. You may feel pressure in your groin or have swelling or a bulge in the affected area. If you have a hernia, your doctor may recommend either an open hernia repair surgery or a laparoscopic hernia repair surgery. Below, […]
How much does hernia repair surgery cost?
Depending on the type of hernia surgery you get — open or laparoscopic — where you have your surgery done, and whether you have health insurance, the cost of your hernia repair could range from $3,900 to $12,500. Below, learn more about the factors that affect the cost of open hernia repair surgery and laparoscopic […]