Small bulge in belly button but no pain

[shalinico]

Hi
I am a crohnie from India who is currently under medication (pentasa and azathioprine).Underwent surgeries (ileostomy, reversal etc) in 2012 and I can say that the disease is in control . Lately I can see a small bulge in my belly button but no pain as such, I am worried and need your advice as my doctor is not available this month. Have anyone experienced this, let me know.

 

[Jo-mom]

Hi, it could be a hernia. Is it painful? It probably isn't related to crohn's but obviously you should check with your doctor. Is it possible to talk on the phone with your doctor. If it is a hernia and it isn't painful, it's not an urgent matter but I am only going on the little info you have provided.

 

[shalinico]

Thank you Jo-mom for your reply. There is no pain as of now. I have fixed an appt with my doctor in September . I got in touch with him over the phone but he said as long as there is no pain and other symptoms it can wait..Also in this pandemic situation I dont wanna take chances by visiting multiple hospitals looking out for other doctors. Hence thought of checking in this forum . Thanks once again.

 

[Lady Organic]

I second the idea of the possible hernia. have you tried pushing the bump inside softly (very light pressure) ? if its a debuting hernia, it could be popped back inside the belly.

 

[shalinico]

Hi Lady Organic, I tried pushing it inside but cudnt. I have occasional pain also these days. Finally i consulted a doctor today. He said it is umbilical hernia. Need to take a scan to confirm. He said it's not emergency but surgery is the only option.Can someone advice me if there is a conservative way of treating this umbilical hernia without a surgery.

 

[Lady Organic]

I know a person who wore a belt for inguinal hernia. Looking at google, there seem to be models for umbilical hernia too. Belts could help postpone the surgery. These are probably sold in pharmacies so a pharmacist could guide you with this. I am thinking about an evaluation by a physiotherapist? Maybe this professional can come up with good advice in order to maintain optimal muscular tonus in the abdominal region to help with this condition.

 

[shalinico]

Thanks Lady organic. Will surely chk out your suggestions. I have opened a new post on umbilical hernia so that our forum members can throw some more light on the topic.