Umbilical hernias are quite common and occur in the setting of a previous surgery, pregnancy, or diastasis recti. We treat umbilical hernias with or without correction of diastasis recti using a combination approach that corrects redundant skin in the lower abdomen and around the belly button....
Hello, thank you for your inquiry. I do not recommend you pierce your belly button. I would see your doctor to make sure you first do not have a umbilical hernia. Also, in general, belly piercings may cause scaring and excess stretch marks if you want to get pregnant in the future. Best of luck...
From your photos, it appears that you have to flatten from the undermining of the belly button to fix the hernia and scar. This is a challenging problem to fix and one that might be better left alone. Allow for time for the tissues to settle, before looking at another surgical option. Consult w...
