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Had an inguinal hernia repair about 10 days ago, less pain but above the cut have a hard swelling, it is normal, will the swelling subside.

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Dr. Addagada Rao answered

Yes it will: In couple of wks every thing will be normal once healing process is complete . Make sure to go back to your surgeon for a post OP follow up visit .

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 10/20/2015

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A member asked:

Had an inguinal hernia repair about 10 days ago, less pain but above the cut have a hard swelling, it is normal, will the swelling subside.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Addagada Rao answered

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

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