What does "Negative for hernia" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.
"Negative for hernia" means that the person does not have a hernia. A hernia is a medical condition where an organ or fatty tissue squeezes through a weak spot in a surrounding muscle or connective tissue. So, if a medical test or examination comes back as "negative for hernia", it means that the person tested does not have this condition.
Editorial responsibility: BaluMed.

BaluMed makes medicine understandable! Our extensive medical report explanation 'translates' complex medical terms from MRI findings and discharge summaries into easily understandable language. With a combination of artificial intelligence and medical expertise, we offer quickly available and reliable information.