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I have had a hernia for. years and its right bellow my ribs on my right side. it is huge and hurts. it it important i have it fixed? i am 84 years o.
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See a surgeon: Best to see a general surgeon for their opinion. That is an unusual location for a hernia unless you had prior surgery at that site. Pain in a hernia can be concerning. Depends on your overall health as to surgical risks and benefits.
Answered 4/26/2013
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