Health & Fitness
Got a Hernia? Sooner is Better
A Hackensack Meridian Health surgeon shares your options for a faster, easier hernia recovery and why you shouldn't wait to get it fixed.

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That Bulge in Your Abdomen? An Expert from Hackensack Meridian Health Urges You Not to Wait.
Have you noticed a bulge in your lower abdomen and hoped it would just go away? According to Sarah S. Wong, M.D., a surgical expert at Palisades Medical Center & Hackensack University Medical Center, ignoring a hernia is a common mistake that can lead to more complex surgery and a tougher recovery.
In this must-read guide, Dr. Wong breaks down everything you need to know. Discover the surprising causes (it’s not just heavy lifting!), learn about minimally invasive options that can have you home the same day, and find out why acting sooner is the key to a faster, healthier recovery.
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