What Causes Constant Fluttering Sensation Near The Navel Region?

Posted on Tue, 20 Mar 2018

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Question : In the last few months I’ve felt fluttering in my tummy near my belly button. I’m 41 and had a hysterectomy with a full cut not key hole, so the scar does lead up to my belly button which can be sensitive. I still have my ovaries and a cervical stump. I’m also quite a heavy drinker

Answered by Dr. Dr. Rakhi Tayal (16 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Detail below.

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

Fluttering in the tummy may be due to gastritis, so take antacids and avoid driving. To be the safe side you should go for Ultrasound abdomen.

it could also be due to nerve tingling if the surgery was done recently.

I hope this answers your query.

In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.

Regards,
Dr. Rakhi Tayal, OBGYN

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Remy Koshy

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Rakhi Tayal (57 minutes later)

The surgery was done about 8 or 9 years ago, so is it possible that it still could be nerve issues? I also have a colostomy bag due to spinabifida and have been abit constipated.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Rakhi Tayal (4 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Can be Vitamin B 12 deficiency.

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

After 8 or 9 years the chances of nerve related issues are less. It can be due to Vitamin B 12 deficiency or mild nerve root irritation due to disc related issues. Not likely to be related to colostomy bag or constipation. Methylcobalamin supplements can help in reducing the symptoms.

Hope my answer is helpful.

Regards,
Dr. Rakhi Tayal, OBGYN

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Remy Koshy