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Can u have a inguinal hernia that does not come up. and what other way can u check for a hernia apart from the two fingers in the groin and coughing.

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Dr. Kirpal Singh answered

Yes: It's very hard to check it ur self. If u c a bulge that i can push in, it is likely a hernia. U need to call ur pcp and be seen in person.

Dr Hoepfner and another doctor agreed

Answered 7/17/2013

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Dr. Andrew Hoffman answered

Specializes in General Surgery

CT scan : Can detect hernia in some cases. Best detection is with person standing and doc sitting... Best docs to detect are general surgeons.

Dr Rosen and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 2/10/2015

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A member asked:

Can u have a inguinal hernia that does not come up. and what other way can u check for a hernia apart from the two fingers in the groin and coughing.

6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Kirpal Singh answered

Dr Hoepfner and another doctor agreed

Dr. Andrew Hoffman answered

Dr Rosen and 3 doctors agreed

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