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Why has my belly button popped out after pregnancy?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I am a mother of two children. After my delivery, my navel has popped out and it has remained so even now. Please suggest some ways to get back my usual naval shape.
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Dr. Vidya Muralidhar is an Obstetrician and Gynecologist specializing in women’s reproductive health. She provides comprehensive care in areas such as pregnancy, childbirth, menstrual disorders, and gynecological conditions. With a patient-centered approach, she focuses on guiding women through every stage of life, offering both preventive and therapeutic care to support their overall health and well-being.

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Hello,

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Sometimes, after childbirth, the rectum sheath and the muscles go weak and lead to a hernia. So, what you have may be an umbilical hernia. It will increase on coughing. It has to be checked by a surgeon. If it is a hernia, it can be treated surgically and the navel will look like before.

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

Thanks for replying.

So what do you suggest? Do you want me to go to a doctor and get it tested?

Answered by Dr. Vidya Muralidhar

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Vidya Muralidhar is an Obstetrician and Gynecologist specializing in women’s reproductive health. She provides comprehensive care in areas such as pregnancy, childbirth, menstrual disorders, and gynecological conditions. With a patient-centered approach, she focuses on guiding women through every stage of life, offering both preventive and therapeutic care to support their overall health and well-being.

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Hello,

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Yes, we need to rule out an umbilical hernia. You will need to consult a general surgeon for this.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At August 27, 2017
Reviewed At September 18, 2025

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Vidya Muralidhar is an Obstetrician and Gynecologist specializing in women’s reproductive health. She provides comprehensive care in areas such as pregnancy, childbirth, menstrual disorders, and gynecological conditions. With a patient-centered approach, she focuses on guiding women through every stage of life, offering both preventive and therapeutic care to support their overall health and well-being.

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Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Vidya Muralidhar is an Obstetrician and Gynecologist specializing in women’s reproductive health. She provides comprehensive care in areas such as pregnancy, childbirth, menstrual disorders, and gynecological conditions. With a patient-centered approach, she focuses on guiding women through every stage of life, offering both preventive and therapeutic care to support their overall health and well-being.

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