Umbilical hernia

Umbilical hernia is a common disease that occurs in newborns. It occurs due to a discrepancy between the size of the umbilical ring and the size of the umbilical cord. When the umbilical cord is too thin or the umbilical ring is too large, the baby's internal organs can fall through the umbilical ring and form a hernia.

An umbilical hernia looks like a bulge in the navel area. Most often, it does not cause any pain to the child, and over time it may disappear on its own. However, in some cases, a hernia can cause various health problems, such as poor circulation in the intestines or other internal organs.

If your child is diagnosed with an umbilical hernia, then you need to contact your pediatrician for advice. In most cases, no treatment is required for the hernia, and it will disappear on its own during the first years of the child's life. However, if the hernia is causing concern or health problems, surgery may be required.

Surgical treatment of an umbilical hernia is usually performed under local anesthesia and takes only a few minutes. The surgeon makes a small incision in the navel area and returns the prolapsed organs to their place. The umbilical ring is then sutured to prevent recurrent organ prolapse.

In general, umbilical hernia is a common disease that does not pose a threat to the child’s health in most cases. However, if you discover a hernia in your child, you should contact your pediatrician for consultation and recommendations for treatment.