Umbilical Hernia

An umbilical hernia occurs when part of the intestine pushes through the umbilical ring, a small opening in the abdominal muscles near the bellybutton (navel). Umbilical Hernias occur most commonly in new-borns, and most of these Umbilical Hernias typically closes by itself, before the child turns 5 years old. In an infant, an Umbilical Hernia may be especially evident when the infant cries, causing the bellybutton to protrude.

With that being said, Umbilical Hernias can also appear during adulthood, which are typically caused by issues with abdominal muscles in later life. Some of these issues include increased pressure on the abdominal muscles, such as during pregnancy or when lifting heavy objects.