What is ventral hernia?
A ventral hernia is an outward bulging (protrusion) of the abdominal lining. It can also develop in the abdominal wall around a previous incision where the abdominal muscles have weakened, or a torn muscle area.
How do members experience ventral hernia?
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*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
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Who has ventral hernia on PatientsLikeMe?
Age
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 0 | |
| 20s | 0 | |
| 30s | 9 | |
| 40s | 9 | |
| 50s | 18 | |
| 60s | 26 | |
| 70+ | 14 |
Distribution of sex
Sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 19 | |
| Female | 56 |
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