What causes a cyst around your belly button on an old scar?
A cyst developing around a 20-year-old scar near your belly button isn't directly related to PBC itself. However, it's worth noting that people with PBC can experience fluid buildup in the abdomen called ascites, which causes swelling and distention in the belly Show Full Answer
What causes a cyst around your belly button on an old scar?
A cyst developing around a 20-year-old scar near your belly button isn't directly related to PBC itself. However, it's worth noting that people with PBC can experience fluid buildup in the abdomen called ascites, which causes swelling and distention in the belly area.
Ascites happens when advanced PBC leads to cirrhosis and portal hypertension (high blood pressure in the liver's veins). This causes fluid to accumulate in your abdomen rather than forming a cyst at a specific scar site.
If you're noticing a new lump or swelling around an old surgical scar, it's important to have your doctor evaluate it. They can determine whether it's related to your PBC or another cause entirely, and recommend appropriate treatment.
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