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What Does A Lump Near Belly Button Indicate?

I have been having stomach discomfort for a while now. I have noticed pain to the left of my belly button. Today I discovered a small lump in that area. It has minimal pain when I press on it otherwise its just discomfort that I feel. What could it be?
Wed, 30 Apr 2014
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Hi and welcome to HCM. Thanks for the query.
it can indicate several issues. most commonly we see some benign subcuatneous lesion in this area. also it could be umbilical hernia. you should see surgeon who can evaluate is is surgical removal necessary or not. if there are signs of inflammation then you need to see doctor asap.
Wish you good health. Regards
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What Does A Lump Near Belly Button Indicate?

Hi and welcome to HCM. Thanks for the query. it can indicate several issues. most commonly we see some benign subcuatneous lesion in this area. also it could be umbilical hernia. you should see surgeon who can evaluate is is surgical removal necessary or not. if there are signs of inflammation then you need to see doctor asap. Wish you good health. Regards