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A member asked:

Hey another question, when i went to bathroom for my bowel movement. the bulge on my pubic are left side reappeared as i squatted down and pushed.

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Dr. Scott J. Wolfson answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Hernia: Very likely you have an inguinal hernia. I would go to your doctor or surgeon for an evaluation. Good luck!

Dr Goodyear agreed

Answered 3/28/2014

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