Umbilical hernia in babies: symptoms, treatment
Brief overview Symptoms: Visible bulge when crying or coughing Treatment: Rarely necessary, sometimes umbilical hernia surgery Causes and risk factors: Lack of regression of the embryonic umbilical hernia or development due to increased abdominal pressure Diagnosis: palpation, ultrasound if necessary Course and prognosis: Usually heals by itself by the age of three. Prevention: Not possible … Umbilical hernia in babies: symptoms, treatment
