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I gave birth in nov. for the past two months i've felt something hard under my belly button. sometimes it moves and i can feel it. any idea what it is?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Jie Xu answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Hernia: It could be an umbilical hernia. Obtain a consult with a general surgeon who can diagnose and repair such defects. Good luck!

Answered 12/10/2013

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Hernia : You may have an umbilical hernia. This is common after having a baby. Ask your doctor to examine you and see if this is what you have.

Dr Rao agreed

Answered 2/25/2013

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A member asked:

I gave birth in nov. for the past two months i've felt something hard under my belly button. sometimes it moves and i can feel it. any idea what it is?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Jie Xu answered

Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Dr Rao agreed

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