3. What is the most common type of hernia?The most common type of hernia is called an inguinal hernia. It can be present at birth or develop over the years.
4. What can happen to a Hernia? A hernia does not get better and cannot be healed by medicines. If left untreated, it will gradually get worse, and become larger. Severe pain may indicate 'trapping' or incarceration, or strangulation of intestines, which may require emergency surgery.