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A member asked:

Can drinking alchol cause a ventral hernia to hurt more?

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No: Typically not but ventral hernia needs to be evaluated since it can trap bowel and cause infarction of bowel.

Dr Eubanks agreed

Answered 6/15/2014

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Doubtful: It's unlikely alcohol consumption will cause pain within a hernia. Remember however, moderation is key.

Answered 2/27/2013

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