Umbilical Hernia
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An umbilical hernia is the protrusion of tissue or part of the intestine through a weak point in the abdominal wall, right around the navel.
Common symptoms: A bulge near the navel that may become more noticeable when coughing, crying, or straining, sometimes with mild discomfort.
Common causes: It is common in babies due to incomplete closure of the abdominal wall, and in adults it may be related to increased abdominal pressure.
Which specialist treats it? The general surgeon evaluates umbilical hernias in adults, while the pediatrician or the pediatric surgeon does so in the youngest patients. If you observe a bulge at the navel that grows or causes pain, the advisable thing is to have a professional check it.
Data on 7,479 doctors who treat umbilical hernia
Which specialist treats umbilical hernia?
An umbilical hernia should be evaluated by a general surgeon, who will determine whether surgical repair is needed. An endoscopy specialist may assist with minimally invasive techniques, and an anesthesiologist is involved if surgery is needed. Find these specialists.
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Doctors specialized in umbilical hernia
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Manuel Carrasco Saldivar
Dr. Pedro Tiburcio Cortes Gonzalez
Dr. José Miguel López Zepeda
Dr. Jose Luis Zamora Mendez
Dr. Jose Luis Zamora Mendez
Dr. Patrick Pendavis Heksner
Dr. Gerardo Arturo Nava Fuentes
Dr. Dora Alicia Valdés Burnes
Dr. Juan Carlos Zepeda Vilagrana
Dr. German Ballesteros Cuevas
Dr. Javier Hernández
Dr. Alberto Martinez Matuk
Dr. Ruben Eduardo Flores Reyes
Dr. Pedro Silva Sanchez
Dr. Lauro Ramos Dahuss
Dr. Edelmiro Tijerina Montes
Dr. Feliciano Ramon Medellin Rodriguez
Dr. Samuel Ramos Linaje
Dr. Luis Alberto Mendez Mendez
Frequently asked questions
What is umbilical hernia?
An umbilical hernia is the protrusion of tissue or part of the intestine through a weak point in the abdominal wall, right around the navel.
Which doctor treats umbilical hernia?
An umbilical hernia should be evaluated by a general surgeon, who will determine whether surgical repair is needed. An endoscopy specialist may assist with minimally invasive techniques, and an anesthesiologist is involved if surgery is needed. Find these specialists.