A hiatal hernia is when the upper part of your stomach pushes up through the diaphragm, the muscle separating your abdomen from your chest, into the chest cavity. Most are small and cause little trouble, and they settle with medication and a few habit changes. It...
Gastric sleeve is generally simpler and safer, while gastric bypass gives faster weight loss and better diabetes control. Sleeve takes out about 80% of the stomach, that’s it. Bypass does two things: builds a small pouch and reroutes the small intestine so you...
In India, you may qualify for bariatric surgery with a BMI of 37.5 kg/m² and no other conditions. You may also qualify with a BMI of 32.5 kg/m² if you have obesity-related conditions. These can include type 2 diabetes, sleep apnea, or severe joint pain. Severe...
Hernia surgery is a common and highly effective procedure, but after hernia operation what to expect, is just as important as the surgery itself. Many patients often ask, “How will I feel after surgery?” or “What precautions should I take?” If you’re preparing for or...
