Patient's question:
The baby's navel protrudes about 2 cm. Previously, the doctor at the hospital said it would be fine in a few months, but since it's becoming more prominent, I went to the hospital again yesterday. What should I do about the baby's protruding navel?Doctor's answer:
During the human fetal period, there are two arteries, one vein, one umbilical cord, and one umbilical cord duct connected to the mother via the umbilical cord to obtain nutrients. Before and after the birth of the fetus, the aforementioned structures gradually lock, and when the umbilical cord loop is locked, it forms an umbilical cord loop. If the dysfunction is blocked or delayed, some small intestinal fascia may protrude from the umbilical ring, which is called an umbilical hernia. Most children's umbilical hernias are easily reducible and are not prone to incarceration, with some healing spontaneously within a year. However, according to the description, the child's condition is somewhat severe. The diameter of the umbilical hernia is now about 2 centimeters. The effect of the hernia belt is not very good. It is best to consult with a local doctor and undergo surgical treatment as early as possible (surgical indications should be met when the diameter of the umbilical hernia exceeds 1.5 centimeters).