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A member asked:

Inguinal hernia. i had hernia surgery about two weeks ago, didn't lift anything, but lump and hurts like it did after surgery. is it ok?

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Dr. Michael Roman answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Prob scar tissue: Scar tissue can be extra sensitive I would suggest following up with the surgeon or your PCP to make sure not a post surgical issue

Answered 9/2/2016

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Not sure: you need to go see your surgeon and be examined to make sure everything is ok.

Answered 5/31/2015

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