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Experts, might someone need surgery for an umbilical hernia?

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If it is causing: Pain or discomfort, yes, also discoloration of overlying skin. Only exception is for children < 4 years old, where hernia might resolve spontaneously.

Dr Hoepfner agreed

Answered 5/24/2013

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