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Pregnant with Sharp Stomach Pains

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Q: I am pregnant and have sharp pains in my stomach around my belly button. What could be causing this? Could there be something wrong?

A: As your pregnancy progresses and your uterus expands, it creates pressure on your abdomen. When you think about it, your belly button is left over scar tissue from when you were separated from your mother after birth.

The abdominal tissue around your belly button is thinner than in other areas. Meaning that it's not unusual for your to be experiencing pain when your growing baby stretches out your belly button area. Still, let your health care provider know that you've been uncomfortable.

Dr. Gerard M. DiLeo

Obstetrics and Gynecology
Dr. Gerard M. DiLeo is a board certified obstetrician-gynecologist who has been in private practice since 1981 and has served as Chief of the Medical Staff at Lakeview Regional Medical Center in greater New Orleans. Dr. DiLeo's new book The Anxious Parents' Guide to Pregnancy is now available.

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