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                        I had the surgery last July. And I'm sure glad I did. If you are going to have it done, don't wait to long.  Because the bigger the hernia the longer you maybe in the Hospital.  Just make sure you fine a good Doctor.  If you have any questions, you can e-mail me and I will try to answer them.  Good Luck!!!! Pat