This is also known as umbilical hernia

There is a hole which is not closed in the umbilicus which allows some of the abdominal organs to enter , making it big. In babies it becomes bigger when they cry, laugh etc

In our local settings they put a wrapped coin on it believing it will let it subside with time

In the medical world, it is said that after two years it may resolve on its own. As baby grows the hole will seal and the hernia will resolve by it self

If after that period it’s still big and comes with pain, discomfort etc. You need to see your doctor

Some are corrected by surgery

What’s your experience with imbillical hernia?

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