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What Could Pain Above Belly Region Suggest?
hi i am wondering about the pain just above my belly button. Its also read all around it as well. I am a 31 year old male. 5ft 11 in . no health issues. Although I have already had one hernia a few years ago, i belive was an inigual or how ever you say it.
Thu, 17 Jul 2014
Hello and welcome to HCM,
An inguinal hernia will not cause pain above the umbilicus or belly button.
Pain above the belly button can occur in various conditions like gastritis, indigestion, etc.
Is there history of indigestion or regurgitation?
If yes then this is the most probable cause of pain.
Consult your primary health provider for clinical assessment, relevant investigations and finally you can know the cause of pain.
Thanks and take care
Dr Shailja P Wahal
An inguinal hernia will not cause pain above the umbilicus or belly button.
Pain above the belly button can occur in various conditions like gastritis, indigestion, etc.
Is there history of indigestion or regurgitation?
If yes then this is the most probable cause of pain.
Consult your primary health provider for clinical assessment, relevant investigations and finally you can know the cause of pain.
Thanks and take care
Dr Shailja P Wahal
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