Hi, my father is suffering from hernia below abdomen. symptoms are when he stands and walks some ball is expanded and when he lays or sleeps it is normal. During full health check up, doc said it is hernia, need suggestion - is it important to get operated? He is heart patient NO diabetes or BP problem.

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