Originally Posted by wartknight 
I have lived with what I assume is a hernia for the past 4-5 years. It doesn't bother me at all, and only shows up after I over eat or go through a sneezing or coughing episode. Its right above my bellybutton and is kind of disgusting because I can literally tuck it back in if it pops out a little. I never thought much of it, but is there anything dangerous that can come of it besides some discomfort?
I have this exact same thing. The doctor told me some hernias can be ignored indefinitely, but I should not ignore this one and should get it fixed. His reasons were the pinched intestine thing that some have mentioned. I have put it off so far. I might have it fixed this summer when my wife is off.
