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Surgery treats a hernia by fixing the weakness in the abdominal wall. Read on to learn details about a traditional repair, including what to expect before, during, and after the surgery.

After a colostomy, stool is most often collected in a pouch that attaches to your body around the stoma. An adhesive skin barrier holds the pouch in place and keeps stool from leaking onto the skin. Most pouches are made of lightweight, odor-proof plastic. They lie flat against the body so they don't show or make noise.

After an ileostomy, stool is collected in a pouch. This pouch attaches to your body around the hole (stoma). Read on to learn about the different kinds of pouches.

Having a plan for your future can be a great source of comfort. You can help make sure you get the type of care you want. Or, if someone else needs to decide about your treatment, you can choose that person ahead of time. By taking care of these details, you may feel more at ease.

You are having lung surgery. To evaluate your lungs and nearby areas, tests may be done. You may have had some of these tests. Others may be scheduled before your surgery. Your healthcare provider uses the information gathered during these tests to help plan your surgery and treatment.

You had a procedure known as peripheral artery bypass surgery. Follow these instructions on what to do after you get home.

An ulcer is a breakdown of tissue on the inside of the stomach or small intestine. This causes a sore to form. Learn more about what to do when your child has an ulcer in the stomach (gastric ulcer) or in the first part of the small intestine (duodenal ulcer).

Stress urinary incontinence is a common type of bladder control problem in women. Read on to learn more.

After a stroke, regaining power involves self-care. Many learn to manage bowel and bladder issues. Using impaired limbs for bathing and dressing aids muscle recovery, and daily use of affected hands often restores function.