- Inguinal Hernia: Occurs in the groin area; the most common type, often divided into direct and indirect inguinal hernias.
- Femoral Hernia: Appears near the upper thigh or groin, more frequently in women.
- Umbilical Hernia: Develops around the belly button, common in infants and adults.
- Incisional Hernia: Forms at the site of a previous surgical incision where the muscle wall has weakened.
- Hiatal Hernia: Occurs when part of the stomach pushes through the diaphragm into the chest cavity.
- Epigastric Hernia: Appears in the upper abdomen between the navel and the breastbone.










