A member asked:

Was told i have an umbilical hernia about a year ago currently i have no bulging or much pain i have had very loose bowls for about 2 weeks food seems to goes right through me could it be strangulated?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Joseph Gutman answered

No: If it was strangulated you would be in a lot of pain.

Dr Munshower agreed

Answered 7/4/2014

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No: A strangulated hernia is very painful and produces a hard bulge. The diarrhea is probably not related to the hernia. If it hasn't improved at this point you should probably see a healthcare provider.

Dr Munshower and another doctor agreed

Answered 7/4/2014

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A member asked:

Was told i have an umbilical hernia about a year ago currently i have no bulging or much pain i have had very loose bowls for about 2 weeks food seems to goes right through me could it be strangulated?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Joseph Gutman answered

Dr Munshower agreed

Dr. David Houghton answered

Dr Munshower and another doctor agreed

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