Hernias are a common medical ailment but also misunderstood and often need to be treated quickly. Although most of them occur between the chest and hips area, there are a few different hernias types. We will...

A hernia occurs when a section of your intestine or other tissues forces its way through a weak spot of muscle in your abdomen. You may notice a soft lump that is either near your belly button or in the groin area...

You can lead a healthy everyday life after your gallbladder has been removed. It may take a few days or even a few weeks after your surgery to get back to normal...

A removal of your gallbladder is called a cholecystectomy. The operation is performed through a large incision in your abdomen. It can also be done through a less invasive surgery that uses a laparoscopic...

On the right side of your abdomen sits your gallbladder underneath your liver. Your gallbladder is a small pear-shaped organ and holds a digestive fluid called bile. The digestive bile is released into your small...

There are many things a woman may become concerned about when pregnant. Unfortunately, gallstones could be one of them. A woman has 2 to 3 times higher chances of developing a gallstone than a man...

Acid reflux (also know as heart burn) is a very common condition with more than 15 million Americans experiencing it every day. Many people who experience it do not understand what causes it or what kind of...

Acid reflux (also know as heart burn) is a very common condition with more than 15 million Americans experiencing it every day. Many people who experience it do not understand what causes it or what kind of...

Thyroid disease is something many people hear of but are often unsure of what exactly it entails. The Thyroid is a gland that is responsible for regulating many bodily functions via the hormones it secretes. If the...