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 7,874 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. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Laura Olivia Rodríguez Muñoz
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Lorena Guadalupe Ruiz Ramos
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. José Ramón Olivas C.
Dr. Luis Fernando Fraga Ramos
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Karla Areyda Reyes León
Dr. Celina Flores Olvera
Dr. Carolina Garcia
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Isaac E. Tello Mata
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Mauricio Armando Esqueda Liquidano
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.