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So, I just got back from the Doc, and I have an umbilical hernia he recommended having fixed asap. I have had a real small hernia for years, but about 10 days ago, after benching, I noticed when I took my shirt off it was noticeably bigger. Still no pain though. Then after deadlifting 2 days later it seemed bigger again. I went to my Dr. and told him I thought I had a umbilical hernia. When I took my shirt off he started laughing, and said "you think you have a hernia? Not only do you have a hernia, I would recommend getting it fixed soon." So, I have my surgery consultation next Friday, and he told me I could probaly get fixed within 7-10 days of that. I'm a little leery of lifting in the meantime. Anyone lift with a significant hernia? Maybe keeping my belt really tight right over the top of it will help? Otherwise I'm on the shelf for 5-6 weeks.