Nick,

I have a hernia also. It is next to my navel and I acquired it one day when I was lifting a spray rig by myself from my truck bed. I just strained myself too much.

My doctor says as long as it is not bothering me to leave it alone for the time being. He said losing some weight may actually cause it to go away somewhat. I've been dieting or watching what I eat lately and have dropped 16lbs. I can see a difference in it already.

Bought myself a treadmill and have been walking 3-5 miles a day on it.

My brother in law recently had a hernia removed in day surgery and had no real issues with it.

rick