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A member asked:

I had a bad stomach flu 2 weeks ago, and ever since i have had a pain in my right upper thigh/groin area. femoral area but no hernia lump. infection?

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Dr. Randy Stevens answered

Specializes in General Surgery

Hernias : if you were coughing and straining it could be a hernia. The challenge is that a sac may not be palpable but you still could have a hernia. You will need a good exam by a doctor. Hope this helps.

Dr Radovic and another doctor agreed

Answered 2/20/2015

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