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Suggest Treatment For Navel Hernia

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Posted on Mon, 6 Apr 2015
Question: I believe I have a naval hernia. A circle about the size of a dime is protruding from my naval. If I push in, it feels like it recesses into a little whole behind it. ?Should I seek medical attention or hit the E.R. and if so how soon?
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Answered by Dr. Deepak Kishore Kaltari (23 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
A routine appointment is required

Detailed Answer:
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Welcome to Healthcare-Magic
Greetings of the day
Dear Sir

Going by description it is umbilical hernia which is reducible. As it's reducible and there are no other symptoms of obstruction, it's not an emergency. You can see Surgeon on routine appointment.

In case you require any assistance, will be glad to assist you.

Wishing you and your family a very happy and healthy Life

Take care

Best Regards
Dr Deepak Kaltari
Consultant Surgeon
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Suggest Treatment For Navel Hernia

Brief Answer: A routine appointment is required Detailed Answer: Hi Welcome to Healthcare-Magic Greetings of the day Dear Sir Going by description it is umbilical hernia which is reducible. As it's reducible and there are no other symptoms of obstruction, it's not an emergency. You can see Surgeon on routine appointment. In case you require any assistance, will be glad to assist you. Wishing you and your family a very happy and healthy Life Take care Best Regards Dr Deepak Kaltari Consultant Surgeon