Q6. What is an umbilical hernia? : A guide to Hernias
A6. This type of hernia often occurs at birth. It forms in an opening in the abdominal wall, near to the belly button, where the umbilical cord passed through.
This opening usually closes before birth but in some cases it fails to do so which results in a weak spot and the risk of a hernia.
Find out more in our umbilical hernia section.
FAQS Index:
- Hernia FAQs Intro
- What is a hernia?
- Is there more than one type
- What is a hiatus hernia?
- What is an inguinal hernia?
- What is a femoral hernia?
- What is an umbilical hernia?
- What is an epigastric hernia?
- What is a spigelian hernia?
- What is an incisional hernia?
- What is a sports hernia?
- Who gets a hernia?
- What causes a hernia?
- Can children get hernias?
- What is the treatment for a hernia?
- Will I have to wear a truss?
- Is there an alternative to
- Can I have my hernia treated
- How much does hernia surgery
- What are the risks of hernia
- How long will I be off work?
- Can a hernia come back?
Guide to Hernias
- Hernias Intro
- What is a hernia
- Types of hernia
- Hiatus hernia
- Inguinal hernia
- Femoral hernia
- Umbilical hernia
- Incisional hernia
- Epigastric hernia
- Spigelian hernia
- Sports hernia
- Hernias and children
- Treatment for hernias
- Open hernia surgery
- Keyhole surgery
- Non surgical treatment
- Dangers of not treating a hernia
- Hernia FAQs
- Glossary