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A 40-year-old male asked:

After 2-3 months of a noticeable lump in right groin with aches and pains, the lump has disappeared almost entirely (wearing a loose hernia belt) but the pain and aches have not. is it possible for a hernia lump to disappear like this?

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Dr. Oscar Novickanswered

Pediatrics 60 years experience

Lump in groin: The lump may be more than a hernia. See a urologist for evaluation and treatment

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