The hernia, which often simulates a peptic ulcer, is:: (A) Umbilical hernia, (B) Fatty hernia of the linea alba, (C) Incisional hernia, (D) Inguinal hernia
Answer is B. Epigastric hernia - A.K.A epigastric lipoma / fatty hernia of linea alba - Herniation of pre peritoneal fat - Due to defect in linea alba - Pain- Referred to epigastrium T/t - Excision of fat + closure - Size > 4 cm - mesh