How To Treat Hernia In Ayurveda?
What Is A Hernia?
Hernia is a condition in which internal organs in the abdomen gets displaced & protrude outwards. It gives rise to swelling in the particular region. As per Ayurveda it is correlated with “Antra Vriddhi”. In hernia fatty tissue or organ squeezes out through weak spot in a surrounding muscle or connective tissue which is known as hernia.
What Are The Different Types Of Hernia?
1. INGUINAL HERNIA
It is the most common type of hernia in both men and women. Inguinal hernia occurs in the abdomen near groin area it develops when fatty or intestinal tissues push weak abdominal wall near right or left inguinal ring.
In indirect inguinal hernia two-third part of inguinal canal is entered through internal inguinal ring & in direct inguinal hernia one-third part of hernia pass through inguinal canal.
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS RELATED TO INGUINAL HERNIA:
- A bulge near pubic bone which become obvious when you are upright when you cough or strain.
- A burning sensation at the bulge.’
- Pain in groin area.
- Heavy sensation in your groin.
- Pain and swelling around the testicles when intestines descends into the scrotum.
- Weakness or pressure in groin area.
2. UMBILICAL HERNIA
In this type of hernia intestines sticks out through opening in abdominal muscles through umbilical cord. This type hernia affects both infants and adults.
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS RELATED TO UMBILICAL HERNIA:
Soft swelling and bulge near the umbilicus.
3. FEMORAL HERNIA
When a tissue pushes through wall of femoral canal (femoral artery, small veins and nerves) it is known as femoral hernia. It will appear near the groin or thigh.
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS RELATED TO FEMORAL HERNIA:
- Pain
- Discomfort
- A bulge may be visible in the groin area
4. DIAPHRAGMATIC HERNIA
This hernia is a birth defect that occurs when there is an abnormal opening in the diaphragm (muscle between the chest & abdomen). In this type of hernia opening allows part of the organs from the belly to move in chest cavity near the lungs.
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS RELATED TO DIAPHRAGMATIC HERNIA:
- Pain
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Discomfort
- Heartburn
- Belching
- Chest pain
5. HIATAL HERNIA
This type of hernia occurs when upper part of stomach pushes up through your diaphragm and into your chest region.
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS RELATED TO HIATAL HERNIA:
- Heartburn
- Belching
- Chest pain
- Belching
- Nausea
6. INCISIONAL HERNIA
This type of hernia is caused due to incomplete healed surgical wounds.
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS RELATED TO INCISIONAL HERNIA:
- A bulge or protrusion may be visible.
- Pain
- Discomfort
What Are The Common Causes For All Types Of Hernia?
- Heavy weight lifting
- Incorrect posture
- Obesity
- Constipation
- Ascites
- Poor nutrition
- Smoking
- Overexertion
- Coughing
What Are The Complications Of Hernia?
- Inflammation
- Strangulation
- Hemorrhage
- Obstruction
- Autoimmune disorders
