Hernias, if not treated in time, can lead to serious complications. More than a million hernia repairs are performed each year in the United States, most of them using mesh. Now more centers offer natural not permanent  mesh options, including Dr. Arevalo, who provides his patients this alternative that can mean several benefits. Phasix ST Mesh What are my hernia repair options? Mesh Hernia Repair Hernia mesh is a medical device that provides support to damaged tissue around hernias, by using mesh the chance of another hernia is lower.  Options include permanent and absorbable ..read more

What Is a Hernia? Nowadays, it is important to understand what is a hernia and why it appears because now it is more common. A Hernia can happen when fat, tissue, or part of an organ pushes through a weak spot or hole in the abdominal muscle. Depending on the type of hernia you have and how severe it is, the condition can range from slightly bothersome to life-threatening, according to  Hopkins Medicine. In adults, hernia are very common, in the groin or abdomen. When a patient has a hernia, they may notice or feel a bulge in the area of pain. Also, they can experience pain during certain ..read more

During pregnancy, the most common hernia that occurs is the umbilical hernia, which can pose a risk to your pregnancy. It occurs mainly during the second half of pregnancy and is due to the increased abdominal girth, uterus enlargement, and the thinning of your abdominal wall muscles. But, it can also happen after pregnancy due to great abdominal strain when giving birth. What is an umbilical hernia? An umbilical hernia is a type of hernia that is located at the belly button. Umbilical hernias are more often acquired due to an increased intraabdominal pressure that causes a tear or hole in th ..read more

Events that result from a transitional  increase in the intra-abdominal pressure such as pregnancy or  obesity can lead to a separation between the rectus abdominal muscles, this bulge along the anterior abdominal wall  is commonly confused with a hernia. Nowadays it can be  improved with the appropriate treatment. Continue reading this article to learn more about this condition! What is Abdominal Diastasis? Bulges over the midline abdominal wall without a hernia are usually a result of thinning and laxity of the linea alba, creating a separation between the rectus mu ..read more

What is Umbilical Hernia? An umbilical hernia is a type of hernia that is located at the belly button. Umbilical hernias in adults are more often acquired due to an increased intraabdominal pressure that causes a tear or hole in the abdominal wall at the belly button. The hernia has a sac that can contain part of the intestine, fat, or fluid. These tissues can stick out through an opening or a weak spot in the abdominal wall. Umbilical hernias are more common in women who have been pregnant more than one time, in people who are overweight, in people who do a lot of physical activity, and in pe ..read more

One in five people will have a hernia in their lifetime, and the only treatment is surgery. Today, this intervention can be done with minimally invasive techniques. Benefits? Less hospital stay and faster recovery. Most patients tend to have many questions before and after surgery, and in this blog, I will be answering my top 8 questions asked for hernia surgeries. 1. What causes a hernia? Anyone can get a hernia at any age, but they are more common as we get older. Certain activities may increase the likelihood of a hernia, including persistent coughing, difficulty with bowel movements or ur ..read more

Barrett's esophagus occurs when the normal cells that line the lower esophagus are replaced by a different cell type called intestinal cells. This process usually results from repeated damage to the esophageal lining by the acid in your stomach backing up into the esophagus.  The intestinal cells have a risk of transforming into cancer cells over time.  If you have had acid reflux for a long time, it's important to know if you also have Barrett's esophagus. That's because Barrett's esophagus can later turn into pre-cancer or cancer of the esophagus. Dr. Arevalo can do a test called a ..read more

Knowing what foods to eat when you suffer from GERD is essential in your daily life, from enjoying a nice coffee at work or drinking just water can have a huge difference between sweet relief and sour misery. Keep on reading to learn what foods you should avoid and which ones you should include in your diet to prevent triggering acid reflux. What is GERD? The term gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), also known as Acid reflux, describes the passage of stomach contents into the esophagus. Under normal conditions, the gastric content does not pass into the esophagus since there is a lower eso ..read more