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Whom Should One Consult For Swelling In The Abdominal Naval For The Last Few Months?
Question: Hi,
This is regarding one of the question I had for my mother's health. She has swelling in abdominal naval for last few months. There is no pain, no other symptoms. Can you please guide me what could this be and which kind of doctors I need to consult (Gastro, physician, surgeon etc.) and if possible what are possible recommended hospital options for the same
This is regarding one of the question I had for my mother's health. She has swelling in abdominal naval for last few months. There is no pain, no other symptoms. Can you please guide me what could this be and which kind of doctors I need to consult (Gastro, physician, surgeon etc.) and if possible what are possible recommended hospital options for the same
Brief Answer:
Surgeons deal with this
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
It could be umbilical hernia. It might be due to obesity or a previous surgery. An ultrasound abdomen maybe needed to confirm.
The diagnosis can be confirmed by a surgeon. Surgery is the usual treatment undertaken. It will also be confirmed by surgeon only.
Hope this helps. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Dr. Vaishalee
Surgeons deal with this
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
It could be umbilical hernia. It might be due to obesity or a previous surgery. An ultrasound abdomen maybe needed to confirm.
The diagnosis can be confirmed by a surgeon. Surgery is the usual treatment undertaken. It will also be confirmed by surgeon only.
Hope this helps. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Dr. Vaishalee
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