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My stomach around my belly button has a bulge around it im worried as to what it is?
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Hernia?: You might have an umbilical hernia. Get evaluated by a doctor.
Answered 5/31/2014
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Hernia: Sounds like umbilical hernia. Usually no problems . Rarely can get strangulation. FU with your surgeon for discussion. Avoid heavy weight lifting and straining.
Answered 3/8/2017
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