I recently had hernia surgery, I now have an outie belly button. Is this normal?

June 8, 2018
Asked By:bellybuttonout in Castle Rock, CO

As the stitches healed my belly button became an outie and I am not sure if I reinjured the hernia or not. It does not really hurt anymore but it obviously feels different.

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June 11, 2018

Answer: Before and after picture would be useful

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Answer: Before and after picture would be useful

June 11, 2018

Answer: Picture please

Amir Nakhdjevani, MBBS, MRCS, FRCS(Plast)Specialist Registered Plastic Surgeon
June 11, 2018

Answer: Picture please

Amir Nakhdjevani, MBBS, MRCS, FRCS(Plast)Specialist Registered Plastic Surgeon

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