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Is feeling pressure under the rib cage possibly caused by an abdominal hernia?

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Dr. Derrick Lonsdale answered

No: An abdominal hernia is a protrusion of stomach through the diaphragm and is usually asymptomatic, although it can be associate with gastro esophageal reflux.

Dr Mallia agreed

Answered 3/22/2020

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Dr. David Earle answered

Possible, but...: Anything is possible, but usually only large abdominal or hiatal hernias cause symptoms in chest wall. You doctor should be able to help.

Answered 1/14/2014

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A member asked:

Is feeling pressure under the rib cage possibly caused by an abdominal hernia?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Derrick Lonsdale answered

Dr Mallia agreed

Dr. David Earle answered

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