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I have sharp, intense pain in my upper to mid abdomen when i cough or sneeze. family history of hernia. when should i start to worry or go to a dr?

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Dr. Paul Williams answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Possible hernia: Should be seen, this could be a sign of a ventral hernia.

Answered 2/16/2017

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A member asked:

I have sharp, intense pain in my upper to mid abdomen when i cough or sneeze. family history of hernia. when should i start to worry or go to a dr?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Paul Williams answered

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