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Lump near genital male, hernia or acne?
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Hernia v acne: A hernia would present as a bulge below the skin that can be pushed back in. It generally disappears when lying down. Acne is generally a raised area within the skin that is often red in appearance. The skin overlying a hernia generally appears normal.
Answered 10/6/2016
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