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Inguinal Hernia

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Publication Year: 2008
Language: English
Website: http://digestive.niddk.nih.gov/ddiseases/pubs/inguinalhernia/index.htm

This fact sheet discusses symptoms of inguinal hernia and how it can be treated. A hernia is a condition in which part of the intestine bulges through a weak area in muscles in the abdomen. An inguinal hernia occurs in the groin, and is more common in men than women.

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This publication is available only on the Internet.

Source

National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse, NIDDK, NIH, HHS
2 Information Way
Bethesda MD 20892–3570

Phone: 301-654-3810
Toll-free Phone: (800) 891-5389 En/Sp

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