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I have a aprox 1/2 inch hard circler shaped mass that can be felt right next to the belly button (and inside). what could this be?

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Dr. Barry Mills answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology

Exam: You should be examined by a physician. The possibilities are multiple. This can be trapped hernia, trapped fat, implant of tumor cells much less likely at your age.Infection also a possibility. Testing might include a sonagram test of the abdomen or ct scan pending on the physical findings.

Answered 4/27/2014

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A member asked:

I have a aprox 1/2 inch hard circler shaped mass that can be felt right next to the belly button (and inside). what could this be?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Barry Mills answered

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