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A member asked:

Could hernia occure in leg (upper inner thigh)?

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Yes: A femoral hernia can present , more frequently get incarcerated , see your doctor, to make sure

Dr Sawyer agreed

Answered 12/23/2014

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Dr. Michael Sawyer answered

Specializes in General Surgery

Yes: This could be a femoral hernia which goes past the inguinal ligament and down onto the thigh. Get checked by a surgeon.

Answered 3/10/2019

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