hernias

Meanings

• Noun

  A condition where an organ or tissue bulges out of a weakened area in the abdominal or groin area.

  - "He was diagnosed with a hernia after lifting a heavy box."
  - "The hernia surgery was a success, and the patient was able to return to work within a few weeks."

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Variants

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hernia , herniae , hernial , hernias , rupture

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Etymology

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From the Greek hernias, 'rupture', from hernia, 'a rupture'; akin to erhein, 'to burst'.

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Trivia

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1. A hernia is not an injury, but rather a condition caused by a weakened area in the abdominal wall.

2. The ancient Greeks believed that hernias were caused by the god Dionysus trying to drag the intestines out of the body.

3. The largest recorded hernia measured 13 inches in diameter and weighed over 30 pounds.

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Related Concepts

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1. Inguinal hernia: The most common type of hernia, located in the groin area.

2. Hiatal hernia: A hernia located in the upper abdomen, near the diaphragm.

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Culture

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Hernias are a common medical condition and have been mentioned in various forms of literature and art. In Greek mythology, the god Dionysus was said to have a hernia, which was a symbol of his wild and uncontrollable nature.

How to Memorize "hernias"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a bulge or swelling in the abdomen or groin area.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'hernia' with the image of a balloon that has burst and the contents are bulging out.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Hernia Helps Heaving Abdominal Muscles' to remember the definition of a hernia.

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