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How can i tell if i have a pulled muscle or a hernia?
8 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Hard to tell: Sometimes hard to tell. If a bulge is present you probably have a hernia. If not, it could be either.
Answered 1/12/2019
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Hernia is a bulge: A hernia often has a bulge where a pulled muscle will just have pain. Hernias have pain often because they also cause the muscle and the fascia to "pull." if you have a bulge in the area, and it can be massaged back into place - you have a hernia and should see a surgeon. Otherwise, ice and advil (ibuprofen) should do the trick. Good luck and happy new year.
Answered 2/5/2016
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Depends on location : Sometimes with a hernia you Can feel mass but I can see a mass with tendonitis you will need an evaluation
Answered 6/19/2017
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