General Surgery Blogs

A hernia is a general medical term for describing a hole or gap in your abdominal wall, though there are many specific types of hernia that related to certain areas of the body or types of tissue. 

Ramsay Health Care UK explains what is a parastomal hernia, the causes, the symptoms of a parastomal hernia, symptoms and much more. 

Many of us have worried about our cholesterol levels at one time or another, but do you know what a healthy level is and what can affect it?

A capsule endoscopy is a painless procedure used by doctors to take a look at your small bowel. Also known as a video capsule endoscopy.

Most people who have gallstones are unaware of the fact, as they remain in the gallbladder and cause no problems. Read here from Ramsay Health Care on the signs of gallstones including the signs and symptoms.

Ramsay Health Care UK states the benefits of having a hernia repair including the causes of a hernia, symptoms and much more.

Piles are where the blood vessels inside and around your anus have become enlarged, which can cause a number of symptoms that lead to pain and discomfort.

 It’s important to know the signs and symptoms of a hernia so that you can seek medical advice and undergo necessary treatment or hernia repair surgery.

Although hernias won’t go away on their own, there are some simple and effective steps you can take to help prevent a hernia from developing in the first place.