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Can umbilical hernia treated with ayurvedic treatment, homoeopathic medicine couldn't treat it...

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Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult. ... Read More

I have an umbilical hernia, and I want to get it operated. Is there any risk associated with the surgery?? Which method is best for umbilical hernia repair?

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There are always risks and complications for any surgery. The more of surgery depends on your general condition and the size of hernia. You can get an open procedure or a laparoscopic procedure. Each ... Read More

My mother is suffering from umbilical hernia. In usg report defect measuring 1.7 cm noted in the anterior abdominal wall musculature in the infra umbilical region with herniation of Omentum on Valsalva. Please tell me what are the best treatments? What about hernia belts? Sir please give me suggestions.

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Hernia belts are given if surgery cannot be done for some reasons. Best is surgery called hernioplasty/ herniorraphy ... Read More

Dear Team, Request you to provide the list of best doctors to consult for the painless treatment umbilical hernia. Regards Sandeep Kumar V

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Needs hernia repir for umbilical hernia... Because of advanced development of Anasthesia...post operative pain can be kept upto minimum ... Read More

Hi Dr.. I hv pain in my umbilical region since 6 months. The pricking pain increase when I cough.. I done a scan it shows that I hv umbilical hernia.. So I m worried... Plz suggest some treatment for this... Medicine are there or surgery s required.. Plz guide me right...

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Hi you need to undergo a laparoscopic mesh repair as this umbilical hernia is getting partially obstructed leading to pain. We do as a day care surgery one day hospital stay. Feel free to ask any fu ... Read More

Question : What is the ideal size of mesh that is used for umbilical hernia by surgeon ?

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Depends on the umbilical hernia defect size Mesh shud cover 5cm all around the hernia defect ... Read More

I think My friend is suffering from umbilical hernia. So can anyone sugest best doctor in dehradun which can treat him

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Any ultrasonography done? ... Read More

I have an umbilical hernia, Is it really required surgery for umbilical hernia ??? If it requires open surgery or lap

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Please If it is small with no complications, avoid surgery ... Read More

I have got umbilical hernia post my cesarean, second delivery. Is there any ayurvedic treatment for hernia?

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Hello. Yes there is treatment available for your problem in ayurveda. Please consult ayurvedic physician ,do pulse diagnosis take medecine do panchakarma. Ayurveda treats roots cause of every disease. ... Read More

Can an umbilical hernia cause stomach swelling. I've been diagnosed with a small umbilical hernia and my stomach swells up a lot worse after eating.

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Your problem seem to be different from hernia. Gastritis is most likely cause as apparent from this much information. ... Read More

I had recently cesarean delivery 6 months ago.i had umbilical hernia of 2.2cm and perennial fat coming out and the hernia .shall I try for next pregnacy or go for hernia surgery first than plan for next pregnancy

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you can go for surgery now ... Read More

Is it advisable to go for Haitel hernia surgery at 90 when he is bed ridden because of other problems

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Decision for surgery is made after carefully assessing patient’s symptoms and disabilities arising out of any abnormality, along with his/her general condition and life expectancy. ... Read More

I got delivered 5 months ago my navel is paining .what r the causes for it .when I got ultrasound scan there is no umbilical hernia in scan but recently bulge is coming out

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Pls connect for online consultation and advice ... Read More

I have hernia just above umbilical region.i have a invisible small lump while touching.i have stomach pain since 3 days. Do I need surgery.i have uploaded the report.

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This requires Laparoscopic repair of hernia ... Read More

My sister's baby who is 9 months old suddenly seeing a small umbilical hernia. Baby was having severe constipation before that. Let me know if that will subside with time..

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Greetings usually it will settle down on it's down but consult a doctor ... Read More

I delivered my first baby on May 2025 but after 1.5 months i got diagnosed with umbilical hernia 1cm and is painless no symptoms shown Wanted to know if it’s common in post pregnancy and how to take care of the same When there is any need of surgery ?

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Consult please. ... Read More

In my USG report impression is defect noted in umbilical with 1.12 cm herniation of omental fat what's treatment for it can u suggest

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Pls connect for online consultation and advice ... Read More

Hi Sir/Madam, Here I am attaching my abdomen report. Last 3years I have been facing a little bit of swelling beside the belly button. Nowadays, I am facing a little bit of pain in the stomach beside the belly button. So I consulted my Gynecologist she told me to get an abdominal scan, which found that small umbilical hernia of 1cm. My doctor said

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Visit a surgeon for examination www.drgandhi.org ... Read More

Can one plan pregnancy with a supra umbilical hernia of 3 cms with fat in it? Kindly advise. Age us 37 and would plan the first child.

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Connect ... Read More

USG has shown that am having 2cm hernia for my umbilical cord ...that means am having umbilical hernia...is it dangerous??...surgery is mandatory or not... Can you please suggest precautions or else can I use hernia belt

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Treatment is surgery ... Read More

I stopped wearing tight underwears. Now I use boxers or shorts inside pants or while at home I only wear a shorts. Does this increases chance of hernia?

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No... Take proper counseling to clear all ur doubts ... Read More

I just got detected with 0.7 cm umbilical hernia in annual health check up. I do regular exercises. Can I continue exercises? Do I have to go for a surgery?

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Avoid fried food and spicy food Water intake more Green leafy vegetables and fruits Do connect and consult ... Read More

As m 10week pregnant and also having umbilical hernia after gall bladder operation is it effect my pregnancy.. need to surgery now or after dlvry my baby.. pleaae suggest no pain on hernia..

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A small, uncomplicated umbilical hernia during pregnancy typically doesn't require immediate surgical intervention. Surgery is only recommended during pregnancy if the hernia becomes: Incarcerated (t ... Read More

Is there any treatment of mild hitus hernia. I m feeling too much gas and indigestion or sometimes acidity. Is there any permanent cure of mild hitus hernia

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If you require assistance or have any health concerns, feel free to reach out for a consultation. Your well-being is my priority, and i'm here to support you on your health journey. ... Read More

Hi Dr My doctor has suggested to keep rock salt for 3 days for umbilical granuloma and it's been 10days I still see little watery discharge and the belly looks like this (please see the attached image) should I still have to continue the rock salt treatment or will it be cured.. please help me here

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Rock salt application is an effective and cheap method for umbilical granuloma.apply rock salt for 30 minutes,3 times a day. Usually granuloma decreases in size in 3 days. ... Read More

Hi dr My doctor suggested to keep rock salt for umbilical granuloma. I did for 3 days it's been almost 10days and the belly looks like this.)please see the attached image) I see some clear discharge as well. Should I continue the salt treatment or will it get cured please answer

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Can apply for couple of days more ... Read More

I am 4 months postpartum and have developed Diastasis recti along with umbilical hernia after normal delivery . Divarication is quite large along the entire length and I still look like 5-6 months pregnant. The size of the hernia is 4 cm. Can only the hernia be repaired with mesh without treating divarication by abdominoplasty? Is it possible to g

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Yes it’s possible ... Read More

I'm 33 year old I undergone laproscopic hybrid ipom plus surgery 3 weeks back..can I sit on floor and can do all household activities?? Is there will be any problem because of the mesh? And Is there any chance of reoccurance of hernia??? Pls guide me

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Not advisable, post operative 4-6 weeks not to sit on floor. ... Read More

Hi Docs Can you check the attached image and confirm if it is a case of umbilical hernia? I'm very obese and currently on weight loss regime but this condition started occurring before I started workout. Should I lose weight for a year and then get the treatment say after 4-5 months? What do you suggest?

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First complete yr task of weight loss. Once u achieve your target then think of doing the hernia surgery. In case u r doing weight lifting then wear an abdominal binder and do exercises. Obesity and ... Read More

I have an umbilical hernia now from 6 years since my first pregnancy and while I was getting the size of it checked during an ultrasound they found two gallstones as well. The size of the umbilical hernia is approximately 33.9 mm (transverse) x 23.3 mm (anteroposterior). The midline defect measures ~22.5 mm (craniocaudally) and 21.5 mm (tra

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Yr surgeon has given u a perfect option. It’s not that suture will affect pregnancy , but a second pregnancy will lead to high chances of recurrence in hernia and gallbladder should be operated before ... Read More

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