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Can you tell me if there are non-surgical treatments for hernia and how serious it is I'm really worried and need more details as soon as possible

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Dr. Dr Kamran Mohammed

Dr Kamran Mohammed

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The hernia can only be treated with surgery, really. It can be managed with the hernia belt until you're waiting for surgery, but the only real treatment for a hernia is with surgery.

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