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What does it mean when my belly button pops out?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Navel: The navel is a scar where the umbilical cord was once attached. Around 90% of people have a depression (innie) ; about 10% have a protrusion (outie). It is reported that a protruding navel develops because of more abundant skin remaining after the umbilical cord is separated. A naval that pops out may be consistent with an umbilical hernia which would warrant medical eval.

Answered 12/14/2016

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

About 10% of: Individuals have a protruding navel (outie). However, what you described could be an umbilical hernia. Your doctor should be able to diagnose if you have an umbilical hernia.

Answered 12/1/2013

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