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After 21 mths of inguinal hernia surgery i still have discomfort sometimes severe discomfort at the op site. can it become stg serious like cancer?

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Dr. David Fertel answered

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Doubtful: inguinodynia is not uncommon following this surgery. there are medications to try. see your surgeon.

Answered 10/9/2016

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A member asked:

After 21 mths of inguinal hernia surgery i still have discomfort sometimes severe discomfort at the op site. can it become stg serious like cancer?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. David Fertel answered

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