Special Connections - Georgia

Special Connections - Georgia We support our Autism, Down Syndrome, & IDD communities.

A support group that advocates, educates, and provides information to individuals who have Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) and their families.

08/31/2026
08/20/2026

A hernia occurs when an organ or tissue in the body pushes through a defect or weak spot in the muscle or tissue that keeps it in place. Hernias may be more common in people with Down syndrome due to differences in connective tissue.

Some common types of hernias in people with Down syndrome include:
▪ Inguinal hernias (occur in the groin)
▪ Umbilical hernias (occur at the umbilicus or belly button)
▪ Epigastric or ventral hernias (occur in the abdominal area)
▪ Hernias at the site of a previous abdominal surgery

Often, hernias can be monitored and do not require treatment. However, some hernias require surgical correction. Brian Chicoine, MD, shares information on hernias in people with Down syndrome in the article linked below.
🔗 https://adultdownsyndrome.org/resources/hernias/

08/17/2026
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