India, March 14 -- While many are aware of hernia being a medical condition because of its frequent mention in films and television, not many can explain what it actually entails.

To educate about the condition, Dr Preethi Mrinalini, a laparoscopic and bariatric surgeon at Apollo Spectra Hospitals, Chennai, took to Instagram on March 12 and shared her take on the subject.

"A hernia happens when an internal tissue pushes through a weak spot in the abdominal wall, leading to a visible swelling in the abdomen or groin," Dr Mrinalini explained in the caption of her post.

While it might be painless in the initial days, the situation soon changes, and it can cause a tremendous amount of pain and discomfort. Ignoring a hernia in the early day...