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I have a umbilical hernia for a year now. it didnt hurt but is starting to hurt now. my belly button is sticking out. when i push it back now it hurts?

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Dr. Karen Dantin answered

Check it out: if becoming painful should get it checked out. if pain becomes severe go to ER.

Dr Carter and another doctor agreed

Answered 1/14/2019

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A member asked:

I have a umbilical hernia for a year now. it didnt hurt but is starting to hurt now. my belly button is sticking out. when i push it back now it hurts?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Karen Dantin answered

Dr Carter and another doctor agreed

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