Lump in the Abdomen
Alternate Names : Abdominal Hernia, Abdominal Wall Defects, Hernia - Abdominal
Definition This lump is a soft bulge of tissue or a small, localized swelling on the abdomen. See also abdominal mass (a solid block of tissue that can be felt inside the abdomen).
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Overview & Considerations
Most often, a lump in the abdomen is caused by a hernia. An abdominal hernia occurs when there is an area where the muscles are weak, and this allows the internal organs to bulge through the abdominal wall.
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