A member asked:

I have a bulge in my groin on the right side and it makes a gurgle sound when i push it. it goes away when i am lying down. is this a hernia?

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Dr. John Feola answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

R/O HERNIA: Your description is suspicious for a hernia. Sometimes a loop of bowel can slip down into the hernia . This can twist and create a strangulated hernia. You need an exam&Labs. And potentially CT SCAN. Please get prompt evaluation.

Answered 5/10/2015

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Hernia: Could be hernia or could be something else. Please see your doctor.

Answered 5/12/2015

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