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Belly button pain from small hernia, what pain medicene will stop the pain?

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Dr. Roy Arnold answered

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Umbilical Hernia: If your umbilical hernia is painful enough to consider taking medication for it, then it requires evaluation by a surgeon for repair. Start with your primary care and ask for referral. Thanks for trusting HealthTap!

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Answered 11/3/2014

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A member asked:

Belly button pain from small hernia, what pain medicene will stop the pain?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Roy Arnold answered

Dr Poza-juncal and another doctor agreed

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