- male
- 50 Years
- 14/08/2025
My friend was just diagnosed with an umbilical hernia but wants to avoid surgery for now and take a wait-and-watch approach. How long can he safely postpone the surgery? He also has early-stage diabetes could that affect his decision or make waiting riskier?
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YES, you can
Dr. Dhankecha Suggests...
Consult a General Surgeon
Answered 14/08/2025
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