Question:
WHAT IS CAUSING THIS BELLY BUTTON....

PAIN? I AM 20 DAYS POST OP AND IT HURTS ON THE INSIDE SO BAD. NO I HAVE NOT LIFTED ANYTHING OR ANOTHING. IT JUST FEELS LIKE SOMETHING ON THE INSIDE IS PULLING ON IT. COULD IT BE THAT THE INCISION IS HEALING ON THE INSIDE?    — Gale G. (posted on September 23, 2002)

September 23, 2002
Good Morning Gale I have always been told that wounds heal from the inside out,I have had other stomach surgeries, and there was alot of tenderness for a couple months. If it is really uncomfortable for you be sure to call the Doctor. My Doctor said no lifting of anything over 5 pounds for 6 weeks, so it is a good thing you are not lifting. Congratulations Gale on your new journey, it really is a great one, something new everyday to look forward to. Hugs
   — Jeri P.

September 23, 2002
Your not alone, I am 8 weeks post-op and my belly button area hurt like heck for the first few weeks...it does go away...everyone heals at a different pace...welcome to the otherside!
   — Trish R.

September 23, 2002
Check with your doctor. You may have developed an umbilical hernia. I had one. It was very painful. Got it taken care of and now I think I have another one on the other side of the belly button. No big deal to have fixed up.
   — Cinna G.