What Causes Bulge On Belly Button?

Posted on Thu, 2 Apr 2015

Question: I recently have a bulge and a enlargement of my naval. I can press it and it seems to go back to its original area. There is no pain with this, just looks bad. What should I do?

Answered by Dr. Hari Charan Perigela (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
It is Umbilical hernia.

Detailed Answer:
Hi
As per your description, it looks like a Umbilical hernia.
There will be a defect beneath the umbilicus which allows passage of bowel or fat into the skin.
Once you lie flat,the contents will go inside spontaneously or by gentle pressure?
There is no medical treatment for this.
Surgery is the only option. It is a simple procedure.
Please consult your Surgeon and proceed accordingly.
Hope I answered your query.
If you have any questions, I will clarify further.
Wish you good health.
Regards

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