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hernia

a soft lump in one of these areas (belly button, groin, past surgical site) may be a hernia. a hernia can occur when there is a weakening in the muscle wall and part of an internal organ (often part of the bowel) pushes through.

with a hernia, the lump may go away when you press on it or lie down, and it may get worse when you cough. it may or may not be painful.

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