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Hernia is a general term used to describe a bulge or protrusion
of an organ through the structure or muscle that usually contains it.
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Upside: Very good causes and treatments of hernias
Downside: Need to find umbilical hernia info
Hernia (Umbilical / Inguinal)
What is a hernia? A hernia occurs when a section of intestine protrudes through a weakness in the abdominal muscles.
www.healthsystem.virginia.edu/uvahealth/peds_hrnewborn/umbilica.cfm
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Upside: Very good summary on different types of hernias
Downside: None
Umbilical hernia
Does your baby's bellybutton protrude when he or she cries? Don't be alarmed. This is a classic sign of an umbilical hernia ââ¬â a common and typically harmless condition.
www.cnn.com/HEALTH/library/DS/00655.html
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Upside: Reviews symptoms and treatments of umbilical hernia
Downside: None
Hernias
* What is a hernia? * Umbilical hernia - what do I need to know? * How common is the umbilical hernia? * Will it go away? * What's the treatment for umbilical hernias? * What is an inguinal hernia?
www.babycentre.co.uk/baby/health/hernias/
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Upside: Detailed article on causes, treatment and more on umbilical hernia
Downside: None
Hernias
What is a hernia? What causes an inguinal hernia? How can I tell if my son has an inguinal hernia? What should I do about it? What else could cause swelling in the testicles? How can I tell if my ...
www.babycenter.com/0_hernias_1176787.bc
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Upside: Focuses on hernias in babies
Downside: Umbilical hernia information on the third page
Umbilical Hernia
- About umbilical hernia - Risk factors and causes - Signs and symptoms - Diagnosis methods - Treatment and prevention - Questions for your doctor
yourtotalhealth.ivillage.com/umbilical-hernia.html
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Upside: Detailed article on umbilical hernia
Downside: Spans several pages
Umbilical hernia repair
* Illustrations * Definition * Description * Why the Procedure is Performed
www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002935.htm
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Upside: Detailed information on umbilical hernia repair
Downside: Not specific to pregnancy
Hernias
What is a hernia? What causes an inguinal hernia? How can I tell if my son has an inguinal hernia? What should I do about it? What else could cause swelling in the testicles? How can I tell if my ...
www.babycenter.com/viewArticle.htm?articleId=1176787
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Upside: Detailed article on hernias - but not specific to umbilical hernia during pregnancy
Downside: Click on 'See all on one page' to reduce clicking
Umbilical Hernia during pregnancy?
I had an umbilical hernia during my last pregnancy and my OB told me at my post partum check it didn't require surgery. Well during my current pregnancy it has become worse.
answers.yahoo.com.au/question/index?qid=20070716052714AAhdr4f
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Upside: Answers to user generated question on umbilical hernia segia
Downside: Limited number of answers
Umbilical Hernia
Q. My son is now 11 weeks old. He has an umbilical hernia. Does it cause him discomfort, and at what age do they do surgery on it if it doesn't go away?
www.storknet.com/experts/askanursepractitioner/bp2.htm
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Upside: Q&A on infant with umbilical hernia
Downside: Quick answer on cause and treatment
