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I have been dealing with a huge belly for 10 months. the doctors say i have a small umbimical hernia. they say i don't need surgery.

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Dr. Edgar Mendizabal answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Huge belly: And umbilical hernia are two different things. You might need imaging if you are thin buy have a big belly

Dr Rhoads and another doctor agreed

Answered 10/5/2016

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A member asked:

I have been dealing with a huge belly for 10 months. the doctors say i have a small umbimical hernia. they say i don't need surgery.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Edgar Mendizabal answered

Dr Rhoads and another doctor agreed

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