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Q: Hernia..who Calls It?

asked by: Andrea46 on October 11th, 2005

New User

I went to the doctor regarding a lump in my stomach....She made me an appointment with a general surgeon. In my opinion I think I have a hernia. Could she not just tell me that is what she thinks it is, or does it have to be the surgeon who tells me? Or is it just a giant cash-grab?? Lol I go for my appt on thurs, so I can wait to find out the answer...Just wondering if anyone knows why she wouldn't offer her opinion,,,

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IMShirl

replied on October 11th, 2005

Experienced User

Hi andrea46~

my guess is she doesn't want to say what it is if she is not sure and scare you if she is wrong. Did you have some kind of test that you think it is a hernia? What makes you so sure it is a hernia? I think your doctor is doing the right thing by not saying if she doesn't know for sure.

It's just my opinion.

Imshirl :)

nursechick

replied on October 11th, 2005

New User

Usually gp's (genral practioners) wiil send you to a sugeon if they think it is something you will need surgery for. There for she probably thinks it is a hernia which would need to be taken care of via surgery. Hope I could help nurse chick

Andrea46

replied on October 12th, 2005

New User

I haven't had testing yet.....But the location and all the characteristics are there for a hernia.....Thanks for the info though, and I will let you know after I see the surgeon on thursday...
Take care.

IMShirl

replied on October 12th, 2005

Experienced User

Andrea ~

please do and good luck!

Andrea46

replied on October 14th, 2005

New User

Results

Ok ok, so I was wrong.....I have what is called a lipoma----a benign tumor made up of fatty deposits. I am scheduled to have it removed oct 31st......Thanks. :lol: :lol:

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