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My baby is 3 months old and doctor tell that he has umbilical hernia. so i want to ask that, can this heal itself?

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Kids seldom need rpr: Loose belly muscles help a developing fetus by allowing easy blood flow thru the umbilical cord & into babies body. After birth, that loosness may allow a transient umbilical hernia that will usually disappear when the belly muscles tighten, starting after baby learns to sit.By 2yo most uh have receded. I find girls more likely to need repair than boys ? I rarely refer for repair <2y.

Answered 5/24/2017

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Dr. Amy Levin answered

Yes: Umbilical hernias are common in newborns and usually close by age 2. Nothing to worry about unless it seems to be painful for him, or he has a hard lump at the umbilicus.

Answered 10/26/2017

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