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I have 9mm of umbilical hernia,does I need to go with surgery,please kindly give a suggestion for my question
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Yes it can be repaired means surgery is better option hardly it will take 40 min to complete the surgery weather it Lap/open
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Avoid fried and spicy food
Water intake more
Do connect and consult
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✓A 9 mm umbilical hernia is NOT an emergency
✓NO surgery needed now IF Hernia is reducible,Pain is absent ,No increase in size,No nausea, vomiting, redness,No pregnancy planned soon
✓Surgery is necessary when Sudden severe pain devlops and Bulge becomes hard & non-reducible
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✓Hernias worsen more due to increased intra-abdominal pressure than size itself.
so avoid constipation and
chronic cough,avoid heavy weight lifting
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since it is a 9mm hernia
there are many factors to consider
if u r overweight u need to reduce weight and yes go for surgery
if u r slim and fit u can observe and wait
do not lift heavy objects or strain
if it is causing discomfort u can go ahead with surgery
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consult surgeon
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do not lift heavy weights
do not strain
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If no symptoms then no surgery, but if you are experiencing any symptoms like pain abdomen, bloating , constipation, etc
Definitely go for the surgery.
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consult general surgeon
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avoid lifting heavy weights
apply abdominal belt
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A 9 mm umbilical hernia, although small in size, represents a true defect in the abdominal wall and does not heal on its own. While it may remain asymptomatic for some time, umbilical hernias in adults have a tendency to gradually increase in size and can start causing pain, discomfort, or cosmetic concerns over time. Even small hernias carry a risk of incarceration or strangulation, where abdominal contents get trapped, which can become an emergency situation.
Because of this, elective surgical repair is generally advised, especially in adults, as it provides a permanent solution and prevents future complications. Surgery performed in a planned, stable setting is much safer and simpler than emergency surgery done after complications develop. The procedure is usually straightforward, has a short recovery period, and allows patients to return to normal activities relatively quickly.
Conservative management only delays treatment and requires ongoing precautions such as avoiding lifting, straining, and constant monitoring, which can affect quality of life. Therefore, from a long-term and preventive perspective, going ahead with planned surgical repair is the more definitive and reliable option.
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A surgical consultation will help finalize the approach and timing, but in most adult patients, repair is recommended rather than observation.
Good luck!
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Surgery is required
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refer to higher centre
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It can be assessed by a physical examination. Every case does not need surgery. You can wait for the surgery so that you can combine it with any other abdominal surgery.
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Yeah. Surgery required.
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Electiv surgery advisable. Yes u need it.
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Elective surgery is best and safest option in my opinion
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consult a general surgeon for further guidance
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I suggest you consult, though if no major symptoms are present then no immediate treatment is required but definitive treatment is surgery only. If you have any questions just contact
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The best treatment is planned surgery. With time the defect can increase and you might land in emergency.
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If you don't have any symptoms, surgery is not required immediately,but definite treatment of the hernia is surgery
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A 9 mm umbilical hernia without symptoms can be safely observed, but elective surgery is an option if symptoms develop or for long-term prevention.
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Seek urgent care if you develop,
Severe pain at the hernia site,Redness, vomiting, or fever.Hernia becomes hard and cannot be pushed back.
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Dr. Manoj Kumar
General Physician
10 yrs exp
Dehradun
Need few more details
Kindly consult
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Dr. Jaspreet Singh Anand
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Delhi
Hernias do not go away on their own.
There are no medicines or exercises for hernia treatment.
Hernias slowly grow in size.
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You should plan to get it operated, but there is no urgency.
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Avoid coughing and straining
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Dr. Ashita Kuruvilla
General Practitioner
8 yrs exp
Kolkata
Please consult a General Surgeon for further evaluation
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Dr. Sumit Verma
General Physician
4 yrs exp
Kanpur
# Need no surgery if -
It is not painful
The swelling is soft and goes back in when you lie down or press gently
No increase in size
No digestive problems
# Surgery needed if patient have following symptoms
Pain or discomfort
Hernia is getting bigger
It becomes hard, tender, or cannot be pushed back
Redness, vomiting, abdominal pain
Interferes with daily activity or work
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If any symptoms occurs kindly contact to General Surgeon
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Avoid heavy weight lifting
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Dr. Pawan Kumar Tiwari
General Physician
5 yrs exp
Varanasi
The decision usually depends on these main things:
Symptoms — Do you have pain, discomfort, pressure, or a feeling of heaviness at the site? Is the bulge hard to push back in (irreducible)?
Reducibility — Can the hernia contents (usually fat or sometimes intestine) be easily pushed back into the abdomen when lying down?
Risk factors — Obesity, chronic cough, heavy lifting, constipation, previous pregnancies/surgeries, or conditions like ascites increase the chance of problems or enlargement.
Enlargement — Is it growing over time?
Your overall health — Age, comorbidities, and surgical risks play a role.
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if yes then go for surgery
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Dr. Varsha Shaw
General Practitioner
1 yrs exp
West Medinipur
Surgery is needed
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consult a M.S general surgeon
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donot heavy lift
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Dr. Sajid Ali
General Practitioner
4 yrs exp
Kanpur
Yeah, need to consult Surgeon
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Dr. Marini Vanitha
General Physician
12 yrs exp
Kakinada
Yes ,surgery is needed.
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Dr. Vetsa Sri Krishna Chaitanya
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Rajahmundry
Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. V R Tindwani
Family Physician
51 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
Yes no medicine works for hernia so surgery needed
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Dr. Gaurij Hood
General Physician
16 yrs exp
Valsad
Depends on symptoms.Pls connect for further discussion and solution.
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Dr. Kamlesh Kalsariya
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
General surgeon consultation
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consultation
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Dr. Amulya
General Physician
1 yrs exp
Mysore
Surgery is required
Consult surgeon as it required physical evaluation
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Dr. Syed Jawwad Hashmi
General Physician
10 yrs exp
Aurangabad
Mostly required .depends upon hernai content
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Dr. Chaithra H
General Physician
5 yrs exp
Bangalore
Needs to be evaluated
Do consult
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Dr. Suraj Sharma
General Practitioner
4 yrs exp
Jaipur
Need some more details kindly consult
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Dr. Ravi Kumar Nadella
General Physician
18 yrs exp
Hyderabad
No need
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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