Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
What Causes Hard Bulge Around Navel After Suffering From Pneumonia?
about 2 weeks ago I had pneumonia. when coughing I felt my navel bulge. i checked with my doctor about 1 week later at a review exam for my lungs and he felt the same hardness i did at my mid to lower navel. he is rechecking me for cleared lungs next week & then the navel hardness. any ideas?
Tue, 11 Jan 2022
Hello,
These are related to the inflammation of the airways in pneumonia itself. With the healing process it will disappear. No worries.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Jolanda Nikolla, Pulmonologist
These are related to the inflammation of the airways in pneumonia itself. With the healing process it will disappear. No worries.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Jolanda Nikolla, Pulmonologist
I find this answer helpful
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Loading Online Doctors....