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When i press on the area below my belly button it feels solid and if i press to hard it is painful. what might be causing this?

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Dr. Raymond Jean answered

Specializes in Plastic Surgery

Firm area: This may be a hernia. It is something that needs to be diagnosed by physical exam. See a physician in person.

Answered 4/20/2015

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A member asked:

When i press on the area below my belly button it feels solid and if i press to hard it is painful. what might be causing this?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Raymond Jean answered

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