In addition to the navel that looks more prominent, partPregnant women (pregnant women) may experience pain in the navel. Basically, belly button pain during pregnancy is not dangerous, but of course it can interfere with the comfort of pregnant women.
Navel pain is a normal thing and can be experienced by pregnant women in the second and third trimesters of pregnancy. Generally, belly button pain will go away by itself after pregnancy or six weeks after giving birth.
Causes of Navel Pain during Pregnancy
Navel pain during pregnancy can be caused by the following:
1. Pressure on the uterus
The main cause of belly button pain is increased uterine pressure. This happens because of the increase in the size of the fetus and the size of the uterus.
2. Skin and muscle stretching
As gestational age increases, the skin and abdominal muscles of pregnant women will be more stretched. This stretching of the skin can make pregnant women's navel painful and itchy.
3. Navel piercing
Piercings in the navel can be one of the causes of the navel becoming easily sore and irritated. Therefore, if pregnant women have piercings in the navel, it is better to remove the piercings and not wear them during pregnancy.
4. Umbilical hernia
Navel pain during pregnancy can also be caused by an umbilical hernia. Umbilical hernia is characterized by a bulge or swelling around the navel. The risk of developing an umbilical hernia will increase if the pregnant woman is also obese.
Relieves discomfort in pregnant women's navel
When pregnant women start to feel pain and discomfort in the navel, some ways that can be done to relieve it are:
- Routinely clean the belly button to prevent irritation and pain.
- Applying lotions that are safe for use by pregnant women, for example lotions made from cocoa butter.
- Sleep on your side and support your stomach with a pillow to support your stomach.
- Wear loose clothing and maternity pants.
- Wearing a special belt for pregnant women, to support the stomach.
When experiencing pain in the navel, some of the conditions above can be the cause. Although pain in the navel of pregnant women is considered normal, pregnant women should immediately consult a gynecologist if the pain in the navel does not go away for a long time or is accompanied by other symptoms, such as cramps, fever, vomiting, and bleeding.
