Question 1

can you die from an umbilical hernia?

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Unlikely: Umbilical hernias come in a variety of sizes and shapes, and can cause a variety of problems. While in theory it is possible to due from an untreated hernia that becomes acutely incarcerated and strangulated, it is very uncommon. Best to see you primary care provider, and consider a consultation with a general surgeon to find out more about your specific case. Hope this helps!

Question 2

how severe is the pain for an umbilical hernia?

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Depends: size and shape!
If small and no mesh needed, is minimal

Question 3

what are the consequences of an umbilical hernia in men?

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May get incarcerated: If hernia is not repaired may get incarcerated  , bigger the hernia higher the dances of bowel or omentum get stuck inside and cause complications.

Question 4

what could happen if you have an umbilical hernia and don't treat it?

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Incarceration: The hernia, (hole in the abdominal wall), can allow abdominal contents to protrude through. Low probability, but those contents can become stuck, (incarcerated). This usually causes significant pain. The incarcerated contents may then turn in to gangrene (strangulated), requiring emergency operation. If it doesn't hurt, and not enlarging, probably ok to observe. Check with your doctor to be sure.

Question 5

is outie the same as umbilical hernia?

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Most likely: Yes - when a belly button becomes an outie, it is likely the result of an umbilical hernia.

Question 6

is there discharge with a umbilical hernia?

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No: Hernias are associated with bulges not discharge.

Question 7

can a colonoscopy agrivate an umbilical hernia?

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Possibly: During a colonoscopy the patient's abdomen is routinely pressed on to help advance the scope through the colon. This pressure could be uncomfortable. Sometimes part of the colon can be in a hernia and require it to be pushed back in to complete the procedure.

Question 8

do people with umbilical hernia have a lot of pain?

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Sometimes.: Pain from an umbilical hernia is dependent on the size of the hole and what, if anything, is "stuck" within the hole. It is not uncommon for fat to get stuck in these hernias.  This can irritate nerves in that area, leading to a queasy feeling, especially when the lump is touched.  Rarely, intestine can get stuck in this hernia, leading to a bowel obstruction, intense pain, and emergency surgery.

Question 9

can you determine a umbilical hernia in a colonoscopy?

Accepted Answer

Not the best test: An umbilical hernia usually only contains a small loop of small intestine.  Unless it is massive, there will be no problem completing your colonoscopy.  This is not a test to diagnose an umbilical hernia, though.

Question 10

do i need surgery if my umbilical hernia does not hurt?

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Not necessarily: The two main reasons to recommend hernia repair are (1)if the symptoms are interfering w/one's quality of life or (2)if the size of the hernia is large enough to lead to bowel incarceration. It sounds like you've answered #1; i advise you to see a hernia surgeon to help answer #2.

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