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My son, 36, had double hetnia surgery when he was 4 y/o,but since he is in his teens he has issues w/his lower left abdomen bothering him sometimes which can last a few months especially after working out,no bulge,what could this be? any advice?
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I cannot link any abdominal discomfort in a 36-year-old to simple hernia repair in childhood. Proper assessment can be reached after a thorough review of past and current history, physical exam and testing. If it bothers him enough, he can schedule a workup/.
Answered 1/23/2023
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