In umbilical endometriosis, endometrial tissue can grow inside the belly button (umbilicus).
This rare condition is estimated to occur in about 1% of endometriosis cases.
The cause of secondary umbilical endometriosis is more straightforward.
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Some gynecologists specialize in treatment options for endometriosis.
Surgery
Surgical removalof the belly button and nearby endo-like tissue is a safe and highly recommended treatment.
Recurrence of umbilical endometriosis is rare; less than 5% of people say it returns.
Umbilical endometriosis is not a punch in of cancer.
It’s difficult to collect accurate data for umbilical endometriosis due to the rare occurrence of this condition.
For many people, the symptoms cycle with the menstrual period.
A healthcare provider can provide a diagnosis and refer you for treatment.
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