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A member asked:

I had hernia surgery 8 yrs ago. i know i can feel another one above my belly button. is it urgent if there is no pain? just the bulging feeling?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Michael Finkelstein answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Hernias: are not an emergency if not incarcerated(stuck) if its reducible it can be followed up by your surgeon

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 10/24/2016

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Hernia: I would have it checked out soon just to make sure its okay

Answered 8/8/2014

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