i m having light cramps just beside the belly button. when i stand up or lie down it increases. just discovered it today. little hard wen pressed?

Question

Are middle cramps all the way to below your belly button symptoms of pregnancy. Also if I put pressure on the area it hurts a little.

Answer 1

This is something: That you need to pay attention immediately . It is hard to put finger on it based on the story but seems that it could be appendicitis among other condition. Good luck.

Answer 2

I wouldnt hit: The panic button yet but if you have fever, nausea or vomiting i would go in; chances are it will improve on its own. Good luck.

Answer 3

Several possible : Pigmentation common to pregnancy can occur on belly, linea nigra, which may include button. A hernia with superficial blood vessels may give that appearance. A bruise is possible as a protruding tummy takes a lot of hits.

Answer 4

Hernia: The most common reason for a protruding belly button is an umbilical hernia, a hernia is a condition where some of the contents of a body cavity protrude out from where they are usually contained. They can be painless but any hernia has a risk of trapping the contents. If a hernia is painful, it should be evaluated by a physician and repair considered.

Answer 5

Hernia: It is likely an umbilical hernia and an evaluation with a general surgeon is a good idea.

Answer 6

Bulging Belly Button: During fetal development, there is a natural opening in the abdominal wall that communicates with the umbilical cord. If it doesn't close before delivery, the baby will have a bulge at the belly button. This is called an "umbilical hernia". Most umbilical cords are small and close on their own. The larger ones will stretch the skin overtime and cause an "outie".

Answer 7

No: Some have innies, some have outies - even large "outies" called umbilical hernias often disappear to become innies by 5 years old.

Answer 8

No it does not: If it sticks out there may be a little hernia but most umbilical hernias do not need to be treated.

Answer 9

No: Usually there is no significance to the way your baby's belly button appears. Sometimes babies will have what looks like a very big "outie" belly button in the first few months of life. This can be an umbilical hernia, which are harmless more than 95% of the time and will resolve on their own. If you're unsure if your baby has an umbilical hernia, ask your pediatrician to check his/her belly!

Answer 10

Nope: Belly buttons can be as individual as babies are. Sometimes babies will have an umbilical hernia which makes their belly button look like its coming out. Generally these are not repaired and will go away on their own during the first year.

Answer 11

No: All babies have a necessary umbilical hernia which allows the attachment of the umbilical cord to the baby. Some babies' opening are larger than other causing an "outie". 98% of these resove spontaneously by the age of 5 years. It is rare that anything needs to be done. Do not place anything over the belly button to keep it in, as it may irritate the area.

Answer 12

Not much: It's hard to tell whether it will ultimately be an "innie" or an "outie." many babies have an umbilical hernia where fluid or other contents of the abdomen can go in it. These generally close on their own and don't need any intervention, but they can make a belly button look "out" when it will end up "in.".

Answer 13

Not in newborn: "innies or outies" are of almost no consequence in newborns. Every newborn has had a big cord with three huge blod vessels coming out of there, so there is going to be a gap in the muscle there. Sometimes tht gap closes right away, sometimes it takes longer. Then it is an umbilical hernia. Most of these eventually close on their own, even if large. Give it 'til 9-12 months and have your doc watch.

Answer 14

Truthfully, no: Whether the baby has an "innie" or an "outie" truthfully has little medical relevance. Certainly an outie might be the first sign of an umbilical hernia--but even this raises mostly only cosmetic concerns. Whereas the vast majority of parents do prefer an innie, many toddlers discover their outie can be a convenient playtoy! most outies do improve over time, so cautious observation is reasonable.

Answer 15

Not really!: Parents often worry, or comment on, belly buttons. Going in or out has nothing to do with the cutting of the umbilical cord, as some parents fear. Many babies have a space between their abdominal muscles for the first 1-2 years, which will make their belly button appear to pop out. This almost always gets better as the muscles mature.

Answer 16

UMBILICAL HERNIA: Umblical hernias are common and almost always harmless. They can be quite large, especially in african american babies. As the abdominal muscles tighten, the hernia resolves. If your child's hernia does not improve by age 5, your doctor may send you to a specialist for repair.

Answer 17

None.: Some people think an "innie" is prettier than an "outie". Babies don't really care, one way or the other.

Answer 18

No: Belly buttons that are innies or small outies are both fine. A big outie, however, may have a hernia in it (some intestine gets inside the big outie). If the doctor finds a hernia, he will follow along at the check-ups. Big outies with hernias usually resolve by age 2-3 years, but a remaining outie after that age may need surgery to improve or fix it.

Answer 19

Locally desinfect: Some infections are local infection that is they stay in one area, such as in your case; however, in some occasion this type of infection may spread and become more dangerous, if it is local then, it can be cleaned with either peroxide or iodine, but if you develop fever, and your belly button become very red, warm to touch then you look for medical attention.

Answer 20

See doc: if there is indeed an infection, you should be treated appropriately. sometime, however, what appears to be infected is simply an allergic reaction to the piercing material, esp nickel or gold. this would be called a contact dermatitis and treated differently than an infection. see a dermatologist to be evaluated.

Answer 21

Infection?: Need more information, but the things that come to mind include infection/cellulitis vs. Skin reaction. Was there any trauma, or is there a piercing that is infected? Is there any associated rash or blisters or hives?

Answer 22

.?Umbilical hernia: There is a possibility of having an umbilical hernia. Somebody has to see you make sure there is no other medical problem on the skin or surrounding tissues.

Answer 23

?Hernia?: A bulge at the belly button is usually secondary to a hernia, which is a hole in the muscles of the abdominal wall. These bulges often "yo-yo" in and out, but can become "incarcerated" and permanently protrude. Less likely, an infection may be present (omphalitis): this would be warm, red, and very tender. As with most of these situations, it would be wise to see your primary care physician.

Answer 24

Umbilical hernia: It likely is an umbilical hernia. If it is mild and is not bothering you then you can leave it alone. If it starts becoming painful or not reducible then you need to see a physician. Good luck dr. B.

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