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It is normal for a woman to have physical and mental changes during pregnancy. At the same time, there are some changes which are normal, but sometimes make the woman think. Changes in the navel during pregnancy are also something similar. Some people's navels may come out, while some may start itching in the navel. Today in this article you will know when the navel changes during pregnancy, what are its causes -
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Women usually see changes in their navel around the second trimester of pregnancy. As the uterus continues to expand, it pushes the stomach forward. Eventually, your belly button comes out due to the growing belly of the pregnant woman. It may happen to some women in the third trimester of pregnancy. Also, it is not a matter of concern. Such changes in the navel are normal. It is possible that the navel becomes normal after delivery.
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The following changes can be seen in the navel during pregnancy -
It is normal for the navel to protrude outwards during pregnancy. Even if the woman's navel was normal or inwards before pregnancy, the navel can come outwards due to the growth of the stomach during pregnancy. Usually this is temporary and after delivery the navel comes back to its normal size. It is just important to keep in mind that the navel protruding outwards is not umbilical hernia. The following types of symptoms can be seen in case of umbilical hernia -
If you feel anything like this, you should immediately inform your doctor.
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This is another type of change in the navel. As the pregnant woman's belly expands with the baby, it can be seen that the pregnant woman's navel has become flat and may look a little stretched. This is normal and after the birth of the baby, the navel comes back to its normal shape.
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Itching of the skin around the navel is common during pregnancy. As the skin stretches, it can cause irritation, sensitivity and itching. This is usually temporary and normal. Keep your skin clean with soap and water and apply lotion or cream after asking the doctor for some relief. If the problem is severe and the itching problem is not only on the navel but also on the skin of the stomach and waist, then it is better to consult a doctor about this.
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Some pregnant women may feel pain inside the navel. This may be due to stretching of the skin of the stomach or may be a muscle problem. Always report the pain to your doctor. In most cases it is temporary, as the stomach stretches. If the woman experiences sharp pain, which feels like pricking and does not go away even after a minute, then consult your doctor immediately.
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Keep in mind that the changes in the navel during pregnancy are normal and it is not a health problem. Therefore, do not worry about it and if you ever feel any discomfort, do not hesitate to talk to the doctor. Any kind of painless change in the navel is considered normal, which can heal on its own after delivery.
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