Category: Hernia Repair

Does Having Diabetes Change the Details of Your Hernia Surgery?

Hernia repair has a low rate of complications during recovery. However, people with type 1 or 2 diabetes have a higher risk for adverse events, including bleeding, infection, and superficial wound dehiscence (where the wound splits or bursts open). November is American Diabetes Month, and Dr. Gregory Dumanian wants you to understand how diabetes can…Read More…

How to Handle Constipation Before and After Hernia Surgery

Constipation is a common issue among hernia patients before and after hernia repair surgery. While this affects many people, most are unaware of the risk of constipation and how to handle being backed up. Dr. Gregory Dumanian is a renowned surgeon in Chicago, Illinois, who has performed countless repair surgeries. He has these tips for…Read More…

Why Bariatric Surgery Patients Are More Susceptible to Hernias

Many severely obese patients turn to bariatric surgery when their diet and exercise efforts have failed to help them lose as much weight as they would hope. While procedures like gastric sleeve, gastric bypass and gastric band are effective ways to help suppress appetite and limit food intake, patients must still adopt a healthier lifestyle…Read More…

Hernia Myths and Misconceptions

After over two decades of treating patients, Dr. Gregory Dumanian has heard pretty much every bit of misinformation that circulates about hernias. Especially with a condition that can have such serious consequences, that is why it is important to get the facts about hernias directly from a doctor. Among the myths and misconceptions that Dr….Read More…