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How can i tell if inguinal hernia is back when i never had a bulge tests didn't show it was discovered by exploratory surgery 10 yrs ago same symp now?

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Dr. Andrew Seibert answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

See your doctor.: If there is no visible evidence of a bulge, then an inguinal hernia can only be diagnosed by physical exam or by certain x-rays, such as a CAT scan. If you are having symptoms in that area, I would recommend that you see your doctor. Good luck.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 8/15/2014

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Dr. Herman Hammerstead answered

Specializes in Trauma Surgery

Vague: Was the hernia repaired when found and how??? MRI of the lower abdomen and physical exam the most definitive way. See Gen. Surgeon

Dr Lewis agreed

Answered 12/23/2014

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A member asked:

How can i tell if inguinal hernia is back when i never had a bulge tests didn't show it was discovered by exploratory surgery 10 yrs ago same symp now?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Andrew Seibert answered

Dr Fowler agreed

Dr. Herman Hammerstead answered

Dr Lewis agreed

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