02/04/2026
Dr Rajeev Pullagura is a Consultant General & Laparoscopic Surgeon based in Bangalore with over 16 years of medical experience.
Is surgery needed for umbilical hernia in pregnancy? This video explains exactly when treatment is needed and when it is safe to wait. Many women notice a bulge near the belly button in the sixth or seventh month of pregnancy and feel worried. In most cases, umbilical hernia during pregnancy is not dangerous and can be managed safely until after delivery.
In this video, a surgeon explains what causes umbilical hernia, why it becomes visible during pregnancy, when surgery is avoided, and when it becomes necessary. You will learn about mesh repair, timing of surgery after childbirth, how family planning affects treatment decisions, and whether exercise helps or worsens the condition.
If you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy and have been diagnosed with a hernia, this video will help you make calm, informed decisions with your doctor.
In this video, Dr Rajeev explains the topic in a simple and patient-friendly manner to help you understand symptoms, treatment options, surgery, recovery, and prevention.
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• Gallbladder stones and gallbladder surgery
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Dr Rajeev Pullagura is a Consultant General & Laparoscopic Surgeon based in Bangalore with over 16 years of medical experience.Is surgery needed for umbilica...