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What Causes Redness And Inflammation In Belly Button?

Hi, for about 2 months, I have had naval discharge that is either white or clear. Yellowish/ brown crust is present around the outer edge of the naval. On the inside, it is red and inflammed. We have packed it with neosporin and gauze which helps it clear up, but will return quickly. No piercing.
Tue, 28 Oct 2014
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Hi,

Pus in the belly button or umbilicus is caused by a chronic bacterial infection. A navel infection can produce pus as well as a clear discharge, bleeding, redness, and inflammation. The pus in the umbilicus which can be treated by a course of antibiotics and pain killers. It is usual for an infection that produces pus in the umbilicus to cause extreme pain and tenderness in the area. Please consult your doctor for antibiotics and pain killers. Do not try to insert sharp object or fingers. Please use a cotton ear bud and consult a surgeon.
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What Causes Redness And Inflammation In Belly Button?

Hi, Pus in the belly button or umbilicus is caused by a chronic bacterial infection. A navel infection can produce pus as well as a clear discharge, bleeding, redness, and inflammation. The pus in the umbilicus which can be treated by a course of antibiotics and pain killers. It is usual for an infection that produces pus in the umbilicus to cause extreme pain and tenderness in the area. Please consult your doctor for antibiotics and pain killers. Do not try to insert sharp object or fingers. Please use a cotton ear bud and consult a surgeon.