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So i believe my daughter has a herniated belly button but i don't know how to tell?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Hernia: Stick your index finger in her belly button.If there is room around your finger it may be an umbilical hernia. Most of the time the hernia will heal on its own by age five. If there is a gaping hole surgery may be indicated now.

Answered 3/22/2020

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