hernia

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The 36-year-old said doctors in the UK confirmed it was a hernia and told her "it's nothing to worry about".

From BBC • May 30, 2026

She underwent a further eight abdominal surgeries to remove the infection, but, months later, she noticed a lump developing in her stomach, which was later confirmed to be a hernia.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

The ignominy was something he could have carried with him, but the 23-year-old has been forced back into action after Guglielmo Vicario had hernia surgery last month.

From BBC • Apr. 25, 2026

Scott Black: David, Becton Dickinson has faced litigation for its hernia mesh.

From Barron's • Jan. 16, 2026

She asked Eloise, “Just exactly what is a hernia, anyway?”

From "Nine Stories" by J. D. Salinger