hernia

Example Sentences

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A woman who has a large hernia in her abdomen has said showing it on social media has made her feel "less self-conscious".

From BBC • May 30, 2026

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

From Barron's • Jan. 16, 2026

Waites recalled the time he had a hernia operation on a Wednesday and still managed to make it to Leicester on the Saturday to cheer on Boro.

From BBC • Jan. 14, 2026

Prior to the hernia surgery, the former president underwent intestinal surgery in April.

From BBC • Dec. 29, 2025

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

From "Nine Stories" by J. D. Salinger