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A member asked:
Is it possible to have a femoral or groin hernia w/out any bulges? i have pain in area for 2ys wout explanation. physical examination revealed nothing
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Yes: A femoral hernia is an inguinal hernia through the femoral canal behind the ligament which will make it difficult to identify by physical exam. Moreover acute small inguinal hernia is usually associated with pain due to its acuteness and us difficult to identify by physical exam. I hope this answered you question.
Answered 12/7/2012
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Yes: It is possible. Evaluation by surgeon would b the best option. If too small to feel on exam, ct or MRI can b helpful.
Answered 10/4/2016
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