Navel changes to diet and exercise, unexpected change in shape may be the result of ascites. In addition to change in shape being a possible side effect from ascites and umbilical hernias, the navel can be involved in umbilical sinus or fistula, which in rare cases can lead to menstrual or fecal discharge from the navel. Menstrual discharge from the umbilicus is a rare disorder associated with umbilical endometriosis. To minimize scarring, the navel is a recommended site of incision for various surgeries, including transgastric appendicectomy, gall bladder surgery, and the umbilicoplasty procedure itself. Abdominal thrusts is a first aid method
Navel fetishism is like a round goblet, which wanteth not liquor: thy belly is like a heap of wheat set about with lilies."" (7:2). American poet May Swenson in her poem "Little Lion Face" wrote, ""Now I'm bold to touch your swollen neck, put careful lips to slick petals, snuff up gold pollen in your navel cup."" and poem "August Night" wrote, ""Your navel a little pool in pulsing tide an aura round your knees"". Czech-born writer Milan Kundera in his 2015 book "The Festival of Insignificance" conveys about the eroticism of exposed female navels. Alain, one of the characters in the