The pain in my groin area has reduced but there's still a lump even though the report confirmed a hernia do I really need surgery also my mom has severe back pain when she climbs stairs or does too much work what should we do about it

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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Persistent lump despite pain relief suggests hernia is still present‚Äîsurgery is advised to prevent future complications; for your mom, spine X-ray and physio are recommended.

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Answered 14/08/2025

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