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Epigastric Hernias

Larger text sizeLarge text sizeRegular text size What Is an Epigastric Hernia? An epigastric (eh-pih-GAS-trik) hernia is when part of the intestines pushes through the abdominal muscles between the belly button and the chest. Many are small, cause no symptoms, and don’t need treatment. Larger ones that do cause symptoms won’t heal on their own,… Read More »