I am 20 years old and have been diagnosed with right inguinal hernia and the surgeon has suggested me to get it operated. I have heard that sometimes hernia persists even after surgery, so I wanted to ask whether I should go for a surgery or not? please do tell me if there are any risks related to surgery.

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