Clinical Overview

Reviewed by Dr. Clement J. Cheng

Hernia is a broad term that describes an abnormal bulging of internal organs through a weakness in the muscular wall. While it is a misconception that hernia is a result of heavy lifting and bending, such activities can aggravate hernia once it is present.

Many kinds of hernia exist. The predominant hernia are diaphragmatic, femoral, hiatal, and inguinal.

Last updated: Jan-01-00