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Any issue with delaying surgery for hernia that is mild?

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Close observation: Yes small groin hernias , it is possible to observe closely if it get incarcerated ( can not be pushed in , wii have pain ) emergency surgery could be done , as long as not away from medical help . In general should be fixed ( surgery ) is simple low risk out patient procedure.

Dr Hammerstead agreed

Answered 3/13/2015

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