Medically reviewed by Alicen Nelson MD, MPH The navel, also known as the belly button or umbilicus, is a small, round, or ...

So, if symptoms or pain occur, you should talk to your doctor about treatment options. For example, painful hernias will typically need surgical repair. Below, learn about common hernia symptoms and ...

An umbilical hernia occurs when abdominal tissue (which includes muscles, fat, and connective tissue) bulges through an opening in the abdominal muscles around the belly button, causing pain or ...