Pain in the umbilicus is a feeling of malaise confined to the inner abdomen, located behind the navel. Most of the time, the cause can be found in disorders associated with gastro-intestinal system. The pain, which may be dull, continuous or intermittent, with peaks of pain alternated to phases of absence of pain, may be accompanied by: nausea, vomiting, belching, rumbling and flatulence, as well as fever and blood or mucus in the stool.
What kind of diseases can be associated with pain in the navel?
Diseases that can be associated with pain in the umbilical are the following:
- Appendicitis
- Diverticulosis
- Diverticulitis
- Umbilical hernia
- Gastritis
- Viral gastritis
- Peritonitis
- Irritable bowel syndrome
- Trauma
- Duodenal ulcer
- Gastric ulcer
Remember that this is not an exhaustive list and it is highly recommended to consult your doctor, in case of symptom’s persistence.
What is the therapy for pain in the umbilical region?
The diseases that are associated with pain in the umbilical region are different, so to enable the development of a treatment, it is important to understand the base cause of the pain and act on this.
When is most likely to contact your doctor in case of pain in the umbilical region?
It is good to consult your doctor in case of injury or if the pain is accompanied by other symptoms such as: fever and blood or mucus in the stool. Also you should contact your doctor, if you have been already diagnosed (or at risk of) one of associated diseases (see list of associated diseases).
