Dr. Karipineni
Farah Karipineni, MD, MPH, FACS, MD

Associate Professor of Surgery, Fresno, CA

Hernias - Inguinal

An inguinal hernia occurs when soft tissue, like part of the intestine, bulges through a weak spot in your lower abdominal wall, often causing a noticeable lump in the groin. This can lead to discomfort, especially with straining or lifting. While some are present from birth, others develop due to muscle weakness or pressure. Surgical repair is a common treatment to prevent complications. Avoiding heavy lifting can help manage symptoms.

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Hernia Repair Inguinal (Open) Surgery Patient Education

Understand inguinal hernias: causes, symptoms, and the open surgical repair process. This patient education video covers what to expect before, during, and after your hernia surgery.

Open Inguinal Hernia Repair at California Hernia Specialists (4K)

Watch an Open Inguinal Hernia Repair performed at California Hernia Specialists in stunning 4K.

How open inguinal hernia repair surgery is carried out

Discover how open inguinal hernia repair surgery is carried out. This animation explains the step-by-step procedure, from anaesthetic to strengthening the abdominal wall.

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