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I'm 33 weeks pregnant and my belly button is starting to pop out . but it hurts a lot whenever i touch it or rub it against something by accident.

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Dr. Johnnie Ham answered

Painful belly button: This is completely normal. It should go away after delivery. If it becomes very painful or you get a fever then see your obgyn because it could be a small bowel hernia.

Answered 7/2/2013

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A member asked:

I'm 33 weeks pregnant and my belly button is starting to pop out . but it hurts a lot whenever i touch it or rub it against something by accident.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Johnnie Ham answered

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