hernia specialist in thane

Dr Pallavi Ajankar is the Best Hernia Specialist, Hernia Doctor, Hernia Surgeon in Kasarvadavali, Naupada, Thane West and Thane. A hernia is when an internal organ or tissue bulges through a weak spot in the surrounding muscle or connective tissue. This often creates a visible bulge, and common areas for hernias include the abdomen and groin. While some hernias are painless, others can cause pain or discomfort and may lead to serious complications if the protruding tissue becomes trapped, cutting off its blood supply. Hernia surgery repairs a bulge caused by internal organs or tissue pushing through a weak spot in the surrounding muscle wall. It involves pushing the tissue back into place and reinforcing the wall with stitches, mesh, or a combination of both. Surgery can be performed with an open incision or minimally invasively (laparoscopically) using small incisions. Recovery times vary but often include initial pain, which is managed with medication, and a return to normal activities within a few weeks. Types of surgery- • Open surgery: The surgeon makes a single, longer incision to access the hernia and repair it with stitches or a synthetic mesh. • Laparoscopic surgery (minimally invasive): The surgeon makes several small incisions to insert a camera and instruments to repair the hernia. This method always uses a mesh to reinforce the area. • Open surgery without mesh (primary closure): The surgeon closes the gap using sutures to stitch the weakened tissue back together. This is often used for small hernias or in infants.