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A member asked:

Pressure in left groin. doesnt hurt to lift, bend, or cough. no bulge or pain just feels like pressure. could it be an ingunial hernia still?

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Dr. Jovita Anyanwu answered

Pressure: Non specific doubt inguinal hernia but have it checked

Dr Barton agreed

Answered 11/12/2020

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