Laparoscopy Removal of Hernia

We have always come across people complaining about the pain in the abdomen due to a hernia, mostly from people who are aged. When we cross that boundary of youthfulness to middle age, then it is time to worry about a hernia. As age catches up the process of building up and breaking down of muscles and tissues go out of balance. As a result of this imbalance, the muscles or tissues weaken causing weak spots in the area. A hernia occurs when organs push through an opening in the muscle or tissue that holds its place.

Causes for the occurrence of Hernia

Many reasons can be cited for the occurrence of a hernia.

1) Aging.

2)  Lifting heavy weight.

3) Obesity.

4) Persistent coughing and sneezing.

5) Constipation.

6) Heredity.

Apart from natural causes, Damage from injuries or surgery can also result in the occurrence of a hernia.

Types and symptoms

The most common types of a hernia are:

1) An inguinal hernia which affects the intestine.This condition accounts for most of the cases of a hernia.

2) The other types which are not very common include an incisional hernia, femoral hernia, umbilical hernia and hiatal hernia.

Treatment of a hernia

The doctor before going for the surgery monitors a hernia and suggests lifestyle changes to reduce weight and advises the patient to quit smoking. The patient is also advised to remove spicy food from his diet. If the symptoms don’t recede then the patient might need a surgery.

Laparoscopic treatment to remove a hernia

Laparoscopy is more preferred than open surgery as it uses modern technology. It is easy to handle, less damaging and the recovery time is also less. In laparoscopy, a small incision is made to insert the equipment, a tiny high-resolution camera and miniaturized surgical equipment to repair a hernia. Still some types of a hernia will require open surgery.

Dr. Deepak Varma is a well-known gastro surgeon in Kochi and has been a pioneer in the treatment of a hernia. 

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Getting rid of Piles is easy!

Piles are a kind of swelling occurred inside and around the back passage.  A network of small veins is present with the anal canal lining. Sometimes, these veins become wider and bloated with more blood than usual. The bloated veins and superimposing tissues forms one or many little swellings which are known as piles.

What are the types of piles?

Piles have two variants:

• Internal – those develop above the 2-3 cm inside the anus in the upper area of the anal canal. Internal piles are not painful as upper anal canal does not has pain nerve fibers.
• External – those that develop below the lower part of the anal canal. External piles are painful as lower anal canal has pain nerve fibers.

The classification of internal piles

Grade 1- small swellings inside the anal canal lining. Grade 1 piles are very common.

Grade 2- large piles. Partly pushed out from the anal canal but quickly back inside again.

Grade 3- found small, soft lumps that hang out from the anal canal.

Grade 4 – permanently hang out from the anal canal and cannot go back inside the anus.

Causes of piles

• Constipation
• Pregnancy
• Ageing
• Hereditary factors
• Heavy lifting
• Persistent cough

What are the symptoms of piles?

• Feeling of a hard lump around the anus
• Feeling that bowels are full when they are not
• Bright red color is coming with the bowel movement
• Itching around the anus
• Anus area is res and sore

Piles Treatments

Treatment of piles includes ointments, creams, OTC medications, pads, painkillers, corticosteroids, banding, and use of laxatives. The advanced level of piles needs surgery. Gastrosurgeon, Kochi provides all types of treatment to reduce piles. Apart that, lifestyle changes, proper diet, high water intake and balanced body weight may also help to avoid piles.

Dr. Deepak Verma, an excellent gastrosurgeon to treat anal surgeries and Piles Treatment in Kochi,Kerala. He his an expert to treat piles.

Don't Ignore The Warning Signs.. Treat Pancreatic Cancer At The Earliest..

Pancreatic cancer is an uncontrolled and abnormal growth of the cells present in the pancreas. The pancreas is a large gland in the body and is a part of the digestive system. 

Symptoms Of Pancreatic Cancer

• Pain in the stomach or back area
• Unexpected weight loss
• Jaundice
• Bowel changes
• Nausea and vomiting
• Indigestion
• Blood clots
• Fever and shivering
• Diabetes

Causes For Pancreatic Cancer

• Age factor
• Smoking
• Inflammation of the pancreas
• Stomach ulcer
• Genetics

Diagnosis of pancreatic cancer carries out with a physical examination followed by some tests. They are

• Urine test
• Blood test
• Ultrasound scan
• Computerized tomography (CT) scan
• Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan
• Positron emission tomography (PET) scan

Depending on the results of the scan, some further tests may include

• Endoluminal ultrasonography (EUS) endoscopy
• Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) 
• Laparoscopy

It is very difficult to treat pancreatic cancer. It is very often that cancer will not be detected in the early stages and rarely causes any symptoms. It is also more difficult to treat cancer, if it is large in shape. The treatment of cancer purely depends on the type and location. It is also important to consider person’s health, age and personal preferences while prescribing treatment. 

Treatment For Pancreatic Cancer

There are three main types of treatment available for pancreatic cancer. They are

• Surgery
• Chemotherapy
• Radiotherapy

More intensive treatment provides doctors better chances of treating cancer. It is doctor’s role to provide best balance between the need for intensive treatment and desire to restrict side effects as much as possible. The most curative treatment for pancreatic cancer is surgical removal of all cancer and a pancreatic transplant. Chemotherapy helps patients to improve their quality of life and extend life.

Dr. Deepak Varma, Gastrosurgeon in Kochi has many years of experience to treat cancer.

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