Is Umbilical Hernia Hereditary?

Are umbilical hernias hereditary? Umbilical hernias present from birth are inherited. Delayed closure of the umbilicus is also inherited and should be considered part of the same inherited issue as hernias.

Do hernias run in the family?

Yes, hernias run in the family. In fact, in my professional experience, I have noticed that having a female in your family who had a hernia is a stronger risk factor for hernia formation than if a male in your family had a hernia. To date, some research has been done on the underlying genetic predisposition to hernias.

Can a hernia be hereditary?

Fortunately, hernias are not hereditary. On the other hand, some hernias are congenital. This means that you may develop a hernia at birth. You do not, however, inherit hernias from your parents.