Pain around the navel: possible causes
An overview of possible causes of pain around the navel: from gas accumulation and constipation to acute surgical conditions, as well as signs that require a doctor.
An overview of possible causes of pain around the navel: from gas accumulation and constipation to acute surgical conditions, as well as signs that require a doctor.
Appendicitis starts with pain near the navel that shifts to the lower right over a few hours. We explain how the pain changes, what atypical cases look like, and why delay is dangerous.