Which department should I visit for pain around the navel?

Sep 13, 2022 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Cheng Yicheng
Introduction
The most common departments for treating periumbilical pain are the Department of General Surgery or the Department of Anorectal Surgery. If the pain is chronic and accompanied by other gastrointestinal symptoms, a gastroenterologist may also be consulted. If additional signs or symptoms suggestive of malignancy are present, an oncologist should be consulted for evaluation and management. The specific department to visit depends on the nature of the pain and the severity of inflammation. Any of the above three departments is an appropriate choice.

Pain in any part of the body can be unbearable, so it's important to seek medical attention promptly when pain occurs. Which department should you visit for pain around the navel?

Which Department Should You Visit for Pain Around the Navel?

The most common departments for pain around the navel are general surgery or proctology (anorectal surgery). If the pain is chronic and accompanied by other gastrointestinal symptoms, a gastroenterologist may also be consulted. If there are additional signs suggestive of tumors, an oncologist can be visited for diagnosis and treatment. The specific department depends on the nature of the pain and the severity of inflammation. Any of the above three departments can be appropriate choices.

The main anatomical region around the navel is the colon. Therefore, when experiencing pain in this area, possible causes such as colonic inflammation, masses, or tumors should be considered.

Dull or mild pain around the navel is often related to the small intestine. Common causes in the small intestine include spasms and inflammatory irritation leading to enteritis. In such cases, local heat application may help. Heat therapy can relieve intestinal spasms, reduce abnormal bowel motility, and alleviate pain. Medication may also be used—commonly prescribed are 10 ml of Huoxiang Zhengqi Oral Liquid, taken 2–3 times daily, along with oral bifidobacterium capsules. If symptoms do not improve, intramuscular injections of Metoclopramide Hydrochloride Injection or Racemic Anisodamine Injection may be administered, which usually provide relief in most cases. We hope this information helps. Wishing you good health and happiness.

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