by John Kennedy | Mar 27, 2026 | Anesthesia Details
Can You Fix a Hernia Without General Anesthesia? In many cases, yes. For most patients with an inguinal hernia (a hernia in the groin), repair can often be done without full general anesthesia. That surprises many people. Some assume every hernia operation requires...
by John Kennedy | Mar 24, 2026 | Hernia Symptoms
In many cases, yes. If you have a hernia and it is not causing pain or limiting your activities, you can often keep working without special restrictions. That said, the answer depends in part on how the hernia was discovered and whether it is being treated as a...
by John Kennedy | Feb 2, 2026 | Anesthesia Details
Short answer: maybe not. Age and heart disease don’t automatically rule out safe hernia surgery. It’s worth coming in for an evaluation so we can look at your risks and options. Why an evaluation mattersModern surgery is far more adaptable than it used to be. Many...
by John Kennedy | Dec 5, 2025 | Diagnosis, Hernia Symptoms
Very likely. What you describe—a sudden bulge in the groin with discomfort after straining that then slips back in and the pain eases—is classic for a reducible inguinal hernia. A hernia is a weakness in the abdominal wall that lets tissue push out when pressure rises...
by John Kennedy | Nov 3, 2025 | Surgical Options
A hernia happens when part of an organ—often the intestine—pushes through a weak spot in the muscle wall. This can cause a bulge, discomfort, or pain. Many people wonder if they can avoid surgery by using a truss or hernia belt. A truss is a supportive garment that...
