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Primary doctor said right inguinal hernia. specialist said ventral hernia. ct/mri are negative. i still have pain/bulges. should i have surgery? ty.
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Another opinion: I'd suggest another surgical opinion. If you do, indeed, have an inguinal or abdominal hernia, i would concur that surgery was indicated if it was painful. Actually, at your age repair would usually be recommended even if asymptomatic, at your discretion. Good luck.
Answered 5/20/2015
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