Indications for operative repair of an umbilical hernia include pain, incarceration, strangulation, defect larger than 1cm, rupture. Operative repair of adult umbilical hernias is typically recommended by surgeons.
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Radiologic tests need to be interpreted given the clinical situation that they were ordered in. Having said that, your description makes it sound as though it is not a worrisome finding. If you start to develop pain or other new symptoms, see your doctor.
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