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Hello.i have a groin strain ,where rectus abdominus attaches to pubis symphsis,it is swollen and tender.could i have caused myself an inguinal hernia?

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Dr. Larry Greenbaum answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine - rheumatology

Location, location!: The pubic symphysis is right in the middle of the pelvis (straight down from the umbilicus). An inguinal hernia causes a lump in the groin (left or right) and may or may not be painful or tender.

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Answered 7/25/2018

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A member asked:

Hello.i have a groin strain ,where rectus abdominus attaches to pubis symphsis,it is swollen and tender.could i have caused myself an inguinal hernia?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Larry Greenbaum answered

Dr McFadden and another doctor agreed

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