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Just had a ct scan w/contrast for pain in inguinal area.what does this mean?"small stable fat-containing r inguinal hernia;no acute inflammatory proce

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Your pain: has been DIAGNOSED!!!!! Get your hernia fixed!!! BE WELL! Dr Z

Dr Hegab agreed

Answered 6/29/2016

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You have a small: right inguinal hernia that is causing your pain. Nothing else.

Dr Rhoads and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 5/29/2018

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