We're Back With Dr. Jenna Kazil To Talk About HERNIAS 👀

We're Back With Dr. Jenna Kazil To Talk About HERNIAS 👀

Catch Part 2 of our hernia deep dive on the Get Healthy Tampa Bay Podcast!

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We’re back with board-certified surgeon Dr. Jenna Kazil to continue our conversation on hernias! In this episode, we go beyond the basics and break down when to worry about a bulge, who’s most at risk, and why robotic surgery might be the best option. If you’ve ever wondered whether you need surgery—or how to avoid needing it in the first place—this one's for you.

Hernias, Mesh, and Robotic Repair—Oh My!

Hernias are surprisingly common, but many people don’t know what they really are or when to take them seriously. In this follow-up episode, Dr. Jenna Kazil joins Dr. Kerry Reller to answer all your hernia questions—from signs and symptoms to what recovery really looks like after surgery.

We also get into the controversy around mesh, when surgery becomes urgent, and why strengthening your core can go a long way in prevention.

Key Takeaways

• Hernias 101:
  Most hernias involve a break in the abdominal wall fascia, allowing internal tissue to push through—creating pain, pressure, or a visible bulge.

• Types of Hernias:
  The episode covers inguinal (groin), umbilical (belly button), ventral (abdominal wall), and incisional (from past surgeries).

• Why Men Get More Inguinal Hernias:
  Blame embryology—men have a natural weakness from testicle descent that women don’t.

• When It's Serious:
  Pain, inability to push the bulge back in, and bowel issues can signal an emergency. Don’t wait—get it checked!

• Diagnosis Tools:
  Most diagnoses are made with a good physical exam. CT scans help clarify tricky or incisional hernias.

• Treatment Options:
  Open surgery is common, but robotic repair offers quicker recovery, less pain, and minimal scarring.

• Mesh Talk:
  Today’s mesh materials are safer, more breathable, and designed to reduce recurrence. Dr. Kazil breaks down the myths.

• Can You Prevent a Hernia?
  Sort of. Strengthen your core properly (hint: skip the sit-ups), manage constipation, and learn to lift with good breath control.

• Not a Hernia:
  Diastasis recti (a separation of abdominal muscles after pregnancy) looks similar but is usually treated with physical therapy, not surgery.
  
  

Conclusion

Whether you're dealing with a hernia now or just want to avoid one down the line, this episode is full of insights you can use. Knowledge is power—and when it comes to hernias, early detection and smart decisions can save you a lot of pain (and possibly a trip to the OR!).

Meet Our Guest: Dr. Jenna Kazil

Dr. Jenna Kazil is a double board-certified vascular and general surgeon who’s passionate about precision, patient education, and advanced techniques like robotic-assisted surgery. She sees patients at Florida Surgical Clinic in Bradenton and Sun City, Florida.

🌐 Website: www.floridasurgicalclinic.com
📞 Call: 727-SURGERY (727-787-4379)