Question 1

how can i make my outy belly button go in?

Accepted Answer

Wgt loss, surgery: If you are pregnant or overweight, it may resolve with wgt loss or birth of your child.  If you've always had an 'outy', talk to a plastic surgeon.

Question 2

will my baby always have an outy belly button?

Accepted Answer

No: There's a ligament from the back of the belly button to deep inside the body-- as people grow, the belly button will always pull backwards and become an "innie", unless there is a hernia or something like that. Sometimes belly buttons pop back out in women when that ligament is pushed forward during pregnancy.

Question 3

how to get surgery on my outy belly button ?

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Hernis: Umbilical hernia can be repaired. See your doctor to get referral to surgeon. Repairs are appropriate after the age of 3 to 5.

Question 4

self-conscious about outy belly button. any ways to fix this?

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Certaily: If you are ready to pay up for elective surgery, you can look for a cosmetic surgeon to do the procedure. Many other surgeons could probably do this, but if your after a specific look afterward, find someone with experience.

Question 5

what determines an innie or outtie belly button?

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Not necessarily.: An "outie" navel does not necessarily mean that you have an umbilical hernia.  Ask your doctor to perform a physical exam to evaluate.  If you do have a hernia, surgical repair is safe and effective.  However, not all umbilical hernias need to be fixed.  Those that are growing or causing symptoms should be fixed.

Question 6

whatt could i do to turn my outtie belly button into an inny?

Accepted Answer

Pick up the phone...: ...And arrange an appointment with a cosmetic surgeon.  This is your safest and most reliable option. Then please determine whether the expense and recovery is worth it.

Question 7

26y.o. belly button seems to be changing. not sure if this is normal or something is wrong. seems to be changing from "inny" to "outtie" belly button?

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Sounds like: You have developed an umbilical hernia.  Sometimes this can be caused by ascites, an abnormal fluid collection in the abdomen.  Best to show it to a surgeon, so you can get recommendation on how to treat this.  Most of the time, it is just a cosmetic problem.

Question 8

what is the best treatment for a new belly button piercing?

Accepted Answer

: Ask the piercer.  Need to see it myself so can help better. . You may be reacting to the item in you pierced belly button. Are you allergic to any metals. If infected might need antibiotics.

Question 9

what to do if i have an outtie belly button and i am going to have sex (for guys)?

Accepted Answer

An outie : belly button should not impact the quality of sexual activity. if you have marked protrusion and pain please seek medical evaluation.

Question 10

what  is the best treatment for protruding belly button?

Accepted Answer

Hernia Surgery: What you are describing sounds like an umbilical hernia. If small and w/o symptoms, these may be rx'd conservatively. Otherwise, simple outpatient surgery can fix the problem. I recommend that you see a hernia surgeon.

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