What causes pain when pressing above a child's navel?
Disease description:
What causes pain when pressing above a child's belly button?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhou Xiaofeng
Pain above the navel in children may be caused by muscle tension around the navel, or by conditions such as omphalitis or umbilical hernia. It could also result from peritonitis or intra-abdominal infection, and even from gastrointestinal disorders in children, including diarrhea, indigestion, and gastroenteritis. If a child experiences tenderness when pressing above the navel, it is recommended to seek medical attention promptly to determine the underlying cause and initiate timely treatment.
