Hernias are caused by weakness in a muscle or tissue. Learn ways to prevent a hernia from developing — or worsening — with simple lifestyle changes.

Hiatal hernias don’t require surgical repair unless they’re causing significant symptoms that haven’t responded to first-line ...

In an era of easily accessible over-the-counter medical devices, many patients facing the discomfort of a hernia turn to ...

There are four types of hiatus hernia. Sliding hiatal hernia is the most common type of hiatus hernia. In this type of hiatus ...