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Does A Swollen Navel, Tender To Touch, Indicate Hernia Or Something More Serious?
What kind of concerns should I be worried about a swollen navel? It s been approximately 2 months and it is getting tender to the touch. I m close to 6 feet tall and about 235 pounds, careful with my diet concerning processed and fried foods. Is it possible it s just a hernia or a more serious issue?
Mon, 20 Mar 2017
Hi, I think it is an umbilical hernia. But it can be serious also sometimes. It can become strangulated hernia. So, better to get it evaluated by a surgeon and get it operated. Hope I have answered your query.
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