What Is a Hernia?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
9. Are Hernias Dangerous?
Hernias are not always dangerous, and they are rarely life-threatening. However, that does not mean that treatment should be negated or delayed. While many hernias are minor, with doctors taking a watch-and-wait approach, others present major complications to daily life and will require surgery to correct.
Also, hernias can evolve, growing and becoming more intrusive as time passes. In cases of enlarged hernias, a doctor often suggests corrective surgery. While it is up to the patient to submit to such treatment, avoiding surgery can lead to life-threatening complications, though rare. Therefore, it is recommended to always adhere to the advice of physicians, but if you do not agree with their diagnosis, get a second opinion.
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