A femoral hernia is a very rare disease, that is only two to three percent of the hernias are femoral hernias. This generally occurs when the tissue from the abdomen is pushed through the femoral canal, which is present between the abdomen and groin. But no need to worry because Femoral Hernia Surgeon Specialist in Pune provides the best laparoscopic surgery in Pune to cure this disease.

Let us look at the risk factors of Femoral hernia.

•      Female

A femoral hernia is common in women, especially in older women, because of their wider pelvis. The Hernia surgeon in Pune, Dr. Abhijit Gotkhinde, says that children are not affected by this disease.

•      Pregnancy

When a woman is pregnant, then the chances of a femoral hernia increases because there is immense pressure on the abdomen due to pregnancy.

•      Heavy lifting

Hernia doctor in Pune i.e., Dr. Abhijit Gotkhinde, stated that even lifting a heavy object is a risk factor for a femoral hernia because by doing so you put immense pressure on the abdomen.

•      Increasing age

Increasing age is a common factor of femoral hernias. But this disease mostly occurs after pregnancy in women.

•      Obesity

Being obese increases the chances of a Femoral hernia because obesity increases belly fat, which ultimately increases the pressure on the abdomen.

•      Family history

Most of the time it is possible that if a person is suffering from a femoral hernia, then there are chances that anyone from the person’s family can suffer from the same disease.

•      Overstraining while coughing

The laparoscopic Surgeon in Pune Dr. Abhijit Gotkhinde explains that if a person is suffering from severe coughing, then over-straining while coughing is also a risk factor for a femoral hernia.

•      abnormal buildup of abdominal fluid

Having an abnormal buildup of abdominal fluid can also cause a femoral hernia. This is also a risk factor for this disease.

•      Treatment for kidney disease

In some cases, if the proper care is not taken while the kidney treatment, then there are chances of causing a Femoral hernia in a person.

•      Dialysis

Many times the dialysis in a person’s body can cause a Femoral hernia.

If you face any of the above symptoms and causes, Must consult with the Best Hernia Specialist in Pune – Dr. Abhijit Gotkhinde at Ultra Care Clinic, Pune. Book an Appointment Now.!!