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Please help me? what is a hernia, and what are symptoms?
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It is a hole or tear: If an abdominal muscle tears, a hole develops in the abdominal wall. This is a hernia. Just like putting your fist through the wall in your home, you would need a plasterer to repair the hole in your wall. A general surgeon can help explain and determine if you have a hernia and if it needs to be repaired.
Answered 7/4/2015
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