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How does an ingenuial hernia cause constipation?

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Possible: Large inguinal hernias ( sliding I H ) may cause constipation as colon enters or becomes part of the wall , most of the common small hernias will not cause. If you have one get it repaired to prevent serious complications

Answered 7/22/2015

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