William M. asked
I have an umbilical hernia that has been present for three years and may have grown slightly larger. Some doctors say it looks incarcerated, while others say it is too small to be considered so. The hernia causes some discomfort but doesn't hurt when pressed and is firm, not reducing when pressed. What should I do about this?
February 10th, 2024
Valerie R. answered
An incarcerated hernia, which is a medical emergency, would present with severe pain, nausea, vomiti...
February 10th, 2024
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