A Groin Hernia refers to a type of hernia in the lower abdominal region, typically around the groin. Hernias occur when an organ or tissue pushes through a weak spot or tear in the muscle or connective tissue. In the groin area, the most common types of hernias are inguinal hernias and femoral hernias. Inguinal Hernia are most common in men and occurs when the intestine or fat pushes through the inguinal canal, a passage in the lower abdominal wall. It can be direct (develops later in life due to weakness in the abdominal wall) or indirect (congenital, usually appearing at birth or in early childhood). Femoral Hernia are more common in women and occurs when the tissue pushes through a weak spot near the femoral artery, located slightly lower in the groin than inguinal hernias.
Inguinal Hernia are most common in men and occurs when the intestine or fat pushes through the inguinal canal, a passage in the lower abdominal wall. It can be direct (develops later in life due to weakness in the abdominal wall) or indirect (congenital, usually appearing at birth or in early childhood).
Femoral Hernia are more common in women and occurs when the tissue pushes through a weak spot near the femoral artery, located slightly lower in the groin than inguinal hernias.