Depends: Depends on how bad the symptoms are. The more severe, the more likely you should see you primary care provider (pcp). Umbilical hernias are usually associated with a lump under the skin that can be pushed in to the abdominal cavity with manual pressure. Your pcp should be able to tell if its dangerous with an exam.
Answered 5/6/2014
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Yes, see a doc: An umbilical hernia can be an obvious large bulge at the belly button but can be a small, barely palpable defect. The small defects can be painful if a portion of the omentum gets stuck and gets inflammed. A loop of intestine can get stuck in a medium-sized hernia and become blocked or dead and create a surgical emergency. If you think that an umbilical hernia is possible, please see a doctor!
Answered 3/8/2014
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