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Sharp random pain in belly button, can't stand straight/stretch b/c it feels like my belly button gets stretched tremendously?

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Dr. Ryan Phasouk answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

See your doctor: Your symptoms may be signs of something significantly wrong. One cannot tell without a complete history, physical and possible lab/imaging tests. Follow with your doctor as soon as you can.

Dr Sadoun agreed

Answered 3/2/2014

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