A member asked:

Can constipation cause navel pain ? not constant & not severe either just a quick discomfort im so constipated due to stress i have tiny bowlments

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Dr. Mark Wert answered

Specializes in Emergency Medicine

Umbilical pain: Yes. That said so can a number of other things. Make sure you are not pregnant, have no fevers and no other major symptoms or findings. Stay hydrated. Increase your fiber. Try miralax (polyethylene glycol). Read up on irritable bowel syndrome. Write back as you need to. Thanks and good luck/stay well.

Answered 5/9/2015

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Dr. Tso Chen answered

Possible: When bowels are not moving appropriately, gas can build up inside and can cause bowels to cramp, which causes the discomfort that we feel. Drinking plenty of water, avoid prolonged sitting and excessive meat consumption can decrease chance of constipation. Increase fiber intake by eating more leafy vegetables, fruits, or nuts can also help.

Answered 11/27/2017

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