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I'm 29. have just had a ct. indicated i have a small umbilical hernia containing fat. still having pain after two weeks. should i talk to a surgeon?

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Dr. Gayle Valeros answered

Yes: If you are still having discomfort, you can see a General Surgeon for consultation to determine if the hernia is the cause of your pain and if/when surgery is recommended to fix the hernia.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 3/12/2020

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A member asked:

I'm 29. have just had a ct. indicated i have a small umbilical hernia containing fat. still having pain after two weeks. should i talk to a surgeon?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Gayle Valeros answered

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

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