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What Causes Itchy Sensation Near Navel?
Question: Itchy sensation inside to the right of belly button.
The itchy burning sensation is not topical it is a sensation under the skin, more internal
The itchy burning sensation is not topical it is a sensation under the skin, more internal
Brief Answer:
Take a proton pump inhibitor like rabeprazole
Detailed Answer:
Hello! Thanks for putting your query in HCM. I am a Gastroenterologist (DM). Burning itchy sensation near belly button may be due to acid peptic disease. I will suggest you to take a proton pump inhibitor like rabeprazole. Avoid spicy and fatty meals. To confirm the condition you may undergo endoscopy and ultrasound examination.
I hope I have answered your query and this will help you. If you have any further query I will be happy to answer that too. Remain in touch and get-well soon.
Take a proton pump inhibitor like rabeprazole
Detailed Answer:
Hello! Thanks for putting your query in HCM. I am a Gastroenterologist (DM). Burning itchy sensation near belly button may be due to acid peptic disease. I will suggest you to take a proton pump inhibitor like rabeprazole. Avoid spicy and fatty meals. To confirm the condition you may undergo endoscopy and ultrasound examination.
I hope I have answered your query and this will help you. If you have any further query I will be happy to answer that too. Remain in touch and get-well soon.
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