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Can heavy lifting cause permanent stomach wall pain? i had a job were i lifted 40 pounds 300 times a day for 4 years. i finally had enough and quit 4 years ago but the stomach wall swelling that i developed has not gone away. will it ever?

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Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

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Evaluation: Various reasons for this. A ventral hernia would be a top thought. It would be worth you while to see a general surgeon for an opinion and evaluation.

Answered 8/25/2019

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A member asked:

Can heavy lifting cause permanent stomach wall pain? i had a job were i lifted 40 pounds 300 times a day for 4 years. i finally had enough and quit 4 years ago but the stomach wall swelling that i developed has not gone away. will it ever?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

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