Tuesday, December 9, 2008

Umbilical Hernia


Some friends of Brandon and mine have a two year old who had a Umbilical Hernia. It is a weak spot in the abdominal wall formed when the umbilical cord is growing. That later becomes a tear where part of the intestines protrude through the abdominal wall. It is most common in infants but can also affect adults. It is usually harmless and typically just looks like an extra large outtie belly button. I saw our friends daughters and even read about it before Payten was born. I had, like most people never heard of it. It was almost like I knew to prepare myself. Sure enough when Payten's umbilical stump fell off within days she had a large outtie! The doctors say they typically fix themselves by the time children are one but if it doesn't they will operate when she is 4 or 5. Lets hope Payten doesn't have to have surgery!!
















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