Hernias are very common, and 20 million hernia repairs are performed every year all over the world. A hernia is not usually dangerous, and sometimes, you can go through life without being bothered by it at all, but in other cases, it can cause some discomfort. But how do you know you are dealing with [...]
Out of all the organs in your body, the gallbladder is often overlooked. Similar to the appendix, you know it’s there, but maybe you don’t know why it’s there, and you only notice its presence when it starts causing you problems. So, what exactly is the gallbladder and what does it do for you? In [...]
No matter how old you are, you know about the numerous benefits of regular exercise. Whether at the gym, in a class, at the park, or in your living room, more and more people are devoting themselves to an active and healthy lifestyle. While exercise can help give you the toned and fit body you [...]
Coffee. Some people love it, some people hate it, and some people can’t live without it…even when they should. When you have gallbladder issues, you’re always on the hunt to find out what causes the pain or what you can do to prevent the pain. But, as a coffee drinker, you probably haven’t given it [...]
No one looks forward to a surgical procedure, no matter what the reason for the procedure may be. Even when we’re in pain from a medical issue, surgery is a scary ordeal that many people will try to avoid at all costs. However, not undergoing a surgical procedure when it is necessary can create many [...]
If you struggle with gallstones or any other issue with your gallbladder, then it goes without saying that this can be a painful and very frustrating experience. For many men and women who suffer from gallbladder issues, the only way to truly alleviate the pain from this condition is to remove the gallbladder completely. There [...]
Hernias occur when an organ pushes on and/or protrudes through surrounding muscle or tissue. And while not all hernias require surgery, those that cause men and women pain can often only be corrected with hernia repair surgery. If you experience discomfort or pain in the groin, especially when you bend over, cough, or lift objects, [...]
The gallbladder is one of those organs that you can live with or live without. Isn’t it weird how that works?! And sometimes, when you are experiencing symptoms of gallbladder disease, the best thing to do is have it checked and then have it removed if necessary. But, the big question is how do you [...]
While it’s not new information to say that staying physically active can help keep individuals healthy and fit, fewer people understand the importance of physical movement and exercise after surgical procedures. Whether you have undergone cosmetic surgery or a medically necessary procedure, keeping yourself moving (but making sure that you don’t push your body too [...]
The gallbladder is responsible for storing bile in your body to help break down fatty foods for digestion. And while many people tend not to think of the gallbladder as a central or crucial organ in the body, the reality is that when the gallbladder stops acting correctly, men and women can experience pain (sometimes [...]