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Is loosing weight initially associated with early symptom of ingenuial hernia? when abdominal wall weakens does blood test show anything?

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Dr. Carson Liu answered

Specializes in General Surgery

Hernias: Hernias can protrude with weight loss. The fat that was plugging the opening may shrink and allow fat or abdominal organs to protrude. You should start with a physical exam to see if your hernia can be felt. A general surgeon or general internist can examine you. If it is small, an ultrasound or ct scan can image the hernia. Blood tests will not help.

Answered 10/20/2015

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