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How do you check for a hernia on yourself?
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Groin swelling: The recommendation is to see your doctor. If you have a large enough hernia you should be able to see a swelling or lump at the site if the hernia and if you cough and look or put your hand on the area you should be able to feel a cough impulse which is diagnostic of a hernia.
Answered 1/5/2019
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