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Pain to the left side of my belly button a couple of months, felt a little tear lifting heavy object. digestive issues and gas pains in that area. cant tolerate any waist band. ultrasound and ct scan showed nothing. could it be spigelian hernia?

Q: pain to the left side of my belly button a couple of months, felt a little tear lifting heavy object. digestive issues and gas pains in that area. cant tolerate any waist band. ultrasound and ct scan showed nothing. could it be spigelian hernia?

: No, you probably injured the fascia or muscle and it will take 6-8 weeks to heal. Avoid heavy lifting.

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Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

No, you probably injured the fascia or muscle and it will take 6-8 weeks to heal. Avoid heavy lifting.

Answered 2/26/2023

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Dr. Andrew Seibert answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

No, there would not be digestive tract issues with a spigelian hernia. It is more than likely a musculoskeletal issue, given the history that you give us here. Good luck.

Answered 2/28/2023

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A member asked:

Pain to the left side of my belly button a couple of months, felt a little tear lifting heavy object. digestive issues and gas pains in that area. cant tolerate any waist band. ultrasound and ct scan showed nothing. could it be spigelian hernia?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

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