hern

Meanings

• Noun

  A protrusion of an internal organ through a weakened wall of the abdomen or pelvis.

  - "He was diagnosed with a hernia after lifting a heavy box."
  - "The hernia surgery was a success and the patient was able to resume normal activities."

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Variants

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hern , herns , heron

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Etymology

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From Old English hyrnan, meaning 'to push out, bulge out'.

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Trivia

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1. Hernias are more common in men than women.

2. The first recorded hernia surgery was performed in ancient Egypt around 3000 BC.

3. There are different types of hernias, including inguinal, umbilical, and incisional hernias.

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Related Concepts

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1. Hernia repair: A surgical procedure used to repair a hernia by repairing the weakened wall of the abdomen or pelvis.

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Culture

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Hernias are a common medical condition and can be caused by various factors including heavy lifting, obesity, and aging. They can be treated through surgery or other means, and have been a subject of medical research and discussion throughout history.

How to Memorize "hern"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a bulging out of an internal organ through a weakened wall.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'hernia' with the image of a balloon with a hole in it.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Hernias Happen Here' to remember the word.

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