Question 1

oval lump above belly button.  pressure when bending over?

Accepted Answer

See a doctor: Hi please see a doctor to evaluate this, it could be as simple as a Hernia to more serious conditions.

Question 2

pain and egg shaped lump under belly button what could it be?

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Belly Button: Pain.  One would be concerned about a hernia in this area.  You need to visit a doctor and get this area evaluated.

Question 3

soft lump above belly button. can't see or feel it when laying down. can see and feel it when standing and can push it in.any idea what this could be?

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Hernia: Possible umbilical/ peri-umbilical hernia from your description. May stay the same or may enlarge over time, and may pose a risk for bowel problems if tissue becomes caught in it. Should be examined.and discuss options with abdominal surgeon.

Question 4

son had lapro appendectomy 6 days ago now has a knot/lump near belly button what could this be? is about the size of 50 cent piece.

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Appendectomy: The belly button is usually one site where a laparoscope is inserted (usually 3 or more are used). If the lump is red, hot and tender, the surgeon should be consulted asap. If not, it should still be looked at the next day; it may just be normal post-op healing process.

Question 5

small round lump above belly button and gurgling stomach - gas?

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Umbilical hernia: Especially if it gurgles or makes a squishy sound if you try to push it in.

Question 6

hard lump above belly button week after gallbladder surgery what could this be?

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Call your surgeon.: Anytime you have problems or questions in the immediate postoperative period, it is a wise idea to talk with the surgeon who performed your surgery. No questions are silly. It would be difficult for us to diagnose what that may be without being able to see it, however. The surgeon is in the best situation to diagnose it. Good luck.

Question 7

nasuea, mild stom pains and felt like lump above belly button went er had a catscan said all was clear yet still get nasuea from eatin and mild pain?

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Could be a: Number of things. Ct doesn't usually demonstrate things like reflux or mild gastritis. Follow up with your family doctor. You may need additional testing. Could just be a virus.

Question 8

is it normal to have pain and a lump at belly button incision after laparoscopy to remove gallbladder about 5 weeks later?also have pain under leftrib

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Healing time: Everyone is different when it comes to healing after surgery. If you are overweight, have diabetes or other medical problems, or if you smoke healing will be delayed. Some people have tenderness at surgical sites for weeks. If you see pus, if the pain worsens, or if you are worried, have your doctor take a look at it! It could be a small pocket of infection.

Question 9

had mirena (levonorgestrel) coil for 5 years now, pain after sex, egg shaped lump under belly button after sex too what could cause this???

Accepted Answer

Get checked: If your Mirena (levonorgestrel) has been in for 5 years then it is time for it to be removed and replaced. You can have a pelvic exam to evaluate your painful intercourse. Intercourse should not causes any changes in your belly button. Ask your doctor to evaluate you for a possible umbilical hernia

Question 10

ive had a swollen belly for a few weeks, seems to get worse as day progresses. also just noticed soreness and small lump in belly button.

Accepted Answer

Hernia: It sounds like you have two problems. The second one, an umbilical hernia, needs to be repaired urgently if there is pain.  I am not sure what the bloating is. This can represent numerous different possibilities and your doctor can help you figure this out.

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Oval lump above belly button. pressure when bending over?

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Pain and egg shaped lump under belly button what could it be?

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Soft lump above belly button. can't see or feel it when laying down. can see and feel it when standing and can push it in.any idea what this could be?

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Son had lapro appendectomy 6 days ago now has a knot/lump near belly button what could this be? is about the size of 50 cent piece.

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Small round lump above belly button and gurgling stomach - gas?

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Hard lump above belly button week after gallbladder surgery what could this be?

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Nasuea, mild stom pains and felt like lump above belly button went er had a catscan said all was clear yet still get nasuea from eatin and mild pain?

A member asked:

Is it normal to have pain and a lump at belly button incision after laparoscopy to remove gallbladder about 5 weeks later?also have pain under leftrib

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Had mirena (levonorgestrel) coil for 5 years now, pain after sex, egg shaped lump under belly button after sex too what could cause this???

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Ive had a swollen belly for a few weeks, seems to get worse as day progresses. also just noticed soreness and small lump in belly button.

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