A bulge or swelling in or near your belly button A bulge that gets bigger when you cough, strain to have a bowel movement, or sit up Nausea or vomiting ConstipationHow is an umbilical hernia diagnosed?Your healthcare provider will usually find the hernia during an exam. You may need an ...
When a disc herniates enough, it may irritate nerve roots emerging from the spine, and be the main cause of sciatica.Looks like you’re on the couch tonight Mr. Lumbar:“When the leg pain gets really bad it makes driving unsafe.” Dr. Grumpy:“Why? Does the leg get weak?” Mr. ...
Adding olive oil to the diet has other advantages as well. There has been interest in the health benefits of olive oil for some time, but not usually with a focus on colon cancer. The cardiovascular benefits of diets higher in olive oil are well established in improving the ratio of good-...
Deadlifts: pull the weight from the floor to your thighs with a neutral back. Here’s how to Deadlift with proper form: Stand with your mid-foot under the barbell Bend over and grab the bar with a shoulder-width grip Bend your knees until your shins touch the bar Lift your chest up ...
I had abdominal surgery, and my stomach is flat until it gets to my belly button. Everything below that looks like a poochy shelf. I look funny with my entire body being toned, including my upper abdominals, and having this pooch. Also I have an umbilical hernia. This is so ...