What is an umbilical hernia?

Umbilical hernia occurs when the opening in the abdominal wall that allows the umbilical cord to pass through fails to heal. Therefore you can have this hernia from birth. Even if this muscles heals it remains a weak area in the abdominal wall. Therefore if there is excessive pressure on the abdominal wall this area can open up and give rise to an umbilical hernia in later life. It is common among females.

Causes include: pregnancy, obesity, lifting heavy objects constantly, straining during bowel movements, persistent coughing

What are the symptoms?

Symptoms include:lump in the belly button, discomfort and pain