[JCS]

Hidden hernia, undiagnosed, very frustrated

Thank you, I will be getting the MRI April 4th and will make sure my doctor adds that to the study.

Many thanks,
Best,
JCS

[JCS]

Hidden hernia, undiagnosed, very frustrated

Hello and thank you for your answers. I recently took all my files, scans, ultrasounds to Johns Hopkins for another look. My physical exam was lying down, as well as standing up coughing, and bending over. Nothing “pushed through” at that point, as I know when this happens or not. My question at this point is what different type of MRI (MRA?) would help with diagnosis of this? My situation is worsened by any abdominal exercises, or a very bad cold/cough-whereas the bubbling piece of something seems to get trapped and pushes outward. I’m checking in with my primary doctor today for a script and value your opinion as to next steps. I also was planning an evaluation by you once I have all testing done. I realize this is online (with a fee), and I will submit a packet of information. If you think I should be adding anything prior to my sending you this, please let me know.

Regards,

JCS

[JCS]

Hidden hernia, undiagnosed, very frustrated

Hi Dr. Towfigh,

I do not have a picture of it, on film, or otherwise. It is located above the belly button, to the right, between two scars from gall bladder removal. I cannot make it bulge out enough to see, or take a picture to produce what you might be asking. The bulging, or popping out occurs under layer of fat/muscle (?) intermittently, and I’ve always pushed it back in when this has occurred. Last week was the first time it took more than a minute to knead back into place.