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Had hysterectomy and hernia surgery in 2012 now i have a lump in the middle of my stomach above my belly button. u can see and feel it when i lay down. not sure if this is normal. no pain but sometimes it's uncomfortable.

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Dr. John Berryman answered

Umbilical lump ?: Umbilical "lump" may be a hernia, which is easily diagnosed and treated . See your surgeon who performed the prior hernia repair for and exam and advice.

Answered 6/19/2019

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A member asked:

Had hysterectomy and hernia surgery in 2012 now i have a lump in the middle of my stomach above my belly button. u can see and feel it when i lay down. not sure if this is normal. no pain but sometimes it's uncomfortable.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Berryman answered

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