Patient's question:
Sometimes, lumps can be felt in the abdomen, but it's unknown what they are. I also feel that my stomach sometimes hurts for no reason, and I wonder if it's due to those lumps. Can the doctor help me check if this is a hernia? Is my condition serious?Doctor's answer:
This does not rule out the possibility of a hernia, but it could also be due to other factors, such as constipation, which may also lead to the reappearance of some fecal matter. Indigestion and enteritis are also possible causes of similar symptoms. It is necessary to consider going to the hospital for an ultrasound to confirm the diagnosis. If it is a hernia, then surgical repair may be necessary. If the examination does not reveal any issues, then it may be necessary to consider an endoscopy, as it could be a problem with intestinal absorption.