Question: when should you go to the hospital for an umbilical hernia?
Answer: The majority of cases in babies will resolve on their own by age 3 or 4. If you think your baby may have an umbilical hernia, speak with your pediatrician. Seek emergency care if your baby seems to be in pain or the bulge becomes very swollen or discolored. Adults with a bulge on their abdomen should also see a doctor.