September 20th, 2023
A hernia is a very common condition, to the point where about 20 million people all over the world are getting surgery for it every year. This happens because once a hernia occurs, it will not heal on its own. You’ll either have to learn how to…

September 6th, 2023
When you have gallbladder problems, you will feel a series of symptoms. For some people, it is intermittent and mild pain. For others, it is frequent and severe. In some cases, it may be limited to the gallbladder area, whereas in others, it may…

August 16th, 2023
After hernia surgery, you may be concerned about the recovery process. Side effects are common, but there are certain things you may want to do or avoid in order to make your recovery smooth. For instance, up to 10 percent of the patients that get…

August 2nd, 2023
Many people don’t think much about their gallbladder until it starts acting up. According to studies, up to 15 percent of the adult population deals with gallbladder problems, including gallstones. That being said, not everyone addresses this…

July 19th, 2023
Hernias are abnormal protrusions that are more common than one may think. They occur in about 2 percent of the population, and some choose to have them surgically repaired. Fortunately, nowadays, you can easily go through laparoscopic hernia…

July 5th, 2023
Each year, about a million people opt for surgery to have their gallbladder removed. This can happen for various reasons – for example, maybe their gallbladder is inflamed, or they developed gallstones. Unless removed, gallbladder problems can…

June 21st, 2023
Hernias are more common than you may think. About 20 million hernias are repaired every year, and not all of them are completely addressed. Some people live their whole lives with hernia, as they are not necessarily bothered by the…

June 7th, 2023
Every year, about a million people have their gallbladder removed surgically. However, only a few experience complications after gallbladder surgery, especially as laparoscopic procedures have become more common. About 0.5% to 6% of people have to…

May 17th, 2023
After hernia surgery, you are bound to experience a couple of side effects. Until the wound heals, you will likely feel twinging and pulling, along with a few cramps whenever you move. But how long does it take to recover from hernia surgery?…

May 3rd, 2023
If you have issues with your gallbladder, such as the development of gallstones, then Dr. Patrick Moore may recommend taking it out. The gallbladder is an organ you can easily live without, but its removal may require you to make some diet…