Patient's question:
My baby is two months old. There's a slight bulge on the right side of the navel, shaped like a small bump. When touched, there's no significant difference. Could there be a problem?Doctor's answer:
Hello! Based on the described situation, for a two-month-old infant with a small, raised lump at the navel, there is a high possibility of an umbilical hernia. An umbilical hernia is a type of abdominal wall hernia where abdominal contents protrude through a weak area at the navel. The lack of fatty tissue at the umbilicus causes the outermost layer of the skin, fascia, and peritoneum to be directly connected, making it the weakest part of the entire abdominal wall. Abdominal contents can easily protrude from this area to form an umbilical hernia. Most umbilical hernias heal on their own through the gradual contraction of the umbilical fascial ring. It is important to avoid actions that increase abdominal pressure, such as loud crying or constipation, in children.