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What causes an anterior abdominal wall hernia?
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Dr Arul Sundaraj
General Surgeon
Dr Sundaraj obtained his MRCS degree in basic surgical training from the Royal College of Surgeons at Edinburgh. He pursued advanced surgical training in Australia … View Profile
Hernias can be caused by a combination of factors including:
• Increased abdominal pressure: Heavy lifting, straining, or chronic coughing.
• Weak abdominal muscles: Congenital weakness or previous surgeries.
• Obesity: Excess weight puts additional strain on the abdominal wall.
• Aging: Muscle weakness increases with age.Report this post
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