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Kidney Transplant, Hernia. Is This Harmful?
hello my mother has had a kindey transplant for a couple years.. She told us that she has a hernia on it. we are very concerned, wondering is that harmful and what actions should be taken.
Mon, 19 Aug 2013
Hi
Thanks for the query.
From the description it looks like your mother has an abdominal wall hernia.
If there is no pain or abdominal discomfort then it is not a medical emergency.
She should see a surgeon who can examine her and opine if any treatment is needed.
Hope this helps.
Good luck
Thanks for the query.
From the description it looks like your mother has an abdominal wall hernia.
If there is no pain or abdominal discomfort then it is not a medical emergency.
She should see a surgeon who can examine her and opine if any treatment is needed.
Hope this helps.
Good luck
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