Do you feel pain in your belly button and notice your navel shifting from its point or protruding in an unusual way? Then, it might be due to navel displacement.
In this article, we have discussed in detail what navel displacement is, its symptoms, causes, and some treatment options for the condition. Continue reading the article to know more about the issue.
Navel Displacement Symptoms
| Naval Displacement Symptoms | Description |
|---|---|
| Abdominal Pain | Pain around the navel or lower abdomen. |
| Digestive Issues | Problems like indigestion, constipation, or diarrhea. |
| Back Pain | Lower back pain or discomfort. |
| Nausea and Vomiting | Feeling nauseous or actual vomiting. |
| Irregular Appetite | Changes in hunger levels, either increase or decrease. |
| Fatigue | General feeling of tiredness or lack of energy. |
| Bloating | Swelling or feeling of fullness in the abdominal area. |
| Urinary Problems | Issues like frequent urination or difficulty in urinating. |
Navel displacement can be identified by identifying certain symptoms. The main navel displacement symptoms are:
- Pain and swelling at the umbilicus
- Stretched and shiny appearance of the umbilicus
- Difficulty in physical activity
- Change in the appearance of the umbilicus
What is navel displacement?
Navel displacement is a condition in which the navel is positioned differently from the usual location in the anterior abdominal wall. It is almost similar to spinal cord displacement.
Here, the navel slips or displaces from the center. It is mostly noticeable while constipating or lifting heavy weights, causing an uncomfortable sensation in the belly button area and unusual protrusion.
Navel displacement side effects
Other than physical symptoms, you might also experience other side effects, like
- pain and discomfort,
- nausea and vomiting in case of obstruction,
- cosmetic problems,
- functional limitations,
- diarrhea,
- constipation and severe stomach ache,
- loss of appetite,
- painful periods for women, etc.
How to check navel displacement
There are some ways you can check if you have navel displacement. Some methods include
- Simple clinical examination by inspection,
- Palpation, and
- Examination for tenderness/inflammation at the umbilicus.
Navel displacement causes
Navel displacement can be caused by various factors like
- Umbilical hernia and Paraumbilical hernia
- Umbilical sinus or fistula,
- Divarication of rectus,
- Pregnancy,
- Obesity, and
- Infection or inflammation.
Navel displacement treatment
In order to cure naval displacement permanently You can undergo some medical and non-medical treatments to recover from navel displacements. Here are some of them. The first few remedies are home remedies that you can follow yourself. If they don’t work, you can visit a laparoscopic surgeon and undergo medical treatments.
- Lifestyle modifications such as weight reduction, exercise
- Practicing yoga asanas
- Wearing supportive garments such as abdominal binder
- Undergoing treatments for underlying conditions such as infection or inflammation
- Undergoing surgical procedures such as laparoscopy or open surgery
Conclusion
Navel displacement can be caused due to various issues. Though it seems to be a serious issue, it can be treated by following some home remedies or medical treatments.
If you suspect you have symptoms that are relevant to a navel displacement, it is better not to delay and seek medical intervention and get it treated immediately.
FAQs
A misplaced navel is often a recurrent condition and does not go away on its own. Yoga asanas and home remedies are recommended for treating this disease. Yogic asanas can also help prevent this issue from recurring.
Some yoga poses you can practice to treat or reduce the pain and symptoms of navel displacement are
- Bridge pose
- Cobra pose
- Fish pose
- Plow pose
- Boat pose
In persons suffering from indigestion, constipation, appendicitis, pregnancy, or an umbilical hernia, the discomfort may develop (or begin) on its own. It may also occur in persons suffering from Crohn’s disease, urinary tract infections, stomach flu, H. pylori infection, gallstones, pancreatitis, or intestinal obstruction.
Navel displacement can be identified by identifying certain symptoms. Below are some of the common symptoms of navel displacement.
- Pain and swelling at the umbilicus
- Stretched and shiny appearance of the umbilicus
- Difficulty in physical activity
- Change in the appearance of the umbilicus
