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female
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8 days ago

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I have a 5mm umbilical hernia and I'm not sure how serious it is do I need surgery for something this small? Can I still do light abdominal exercises or lift my 15-month-old baby without making it worse? Is there any chance it might heal on its own with exercise?

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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6+ Yrs

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