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I just found out i have a unbilical hernia do i need it removed?

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Dr. Mark Pack answered

Specializes in General Surgery

Yes: Hernias tend to get larger over time. Hernias have the danger of causing strangulation of bowel if bowel gets 'stuck' in the defect. The smaller the hernia is when originally fixed, the easier it is to repair it.

Answered 2/23/2014

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Depends: A hernia is a hole in the abdominal wall through which abdominal contents can protrude, di hernias can be repaired, but not " removed". Repairing an umbilical hernia depends on the size, and symptoms associated with it. See a general surgeon for a consultation to find out more.

Answered 3/1/2014

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