What Could Be The Reason For The Foul Smell From The Belly Button, When Cleaned There Was Some White Stuff And Bleeding Started?
Hi,
Last night I noticed a horrible smell coming from my bellybutton I tried to clean it out with a qtip and noticed some white dirt like stuff and then blood. What could it be? the smell is still there today and my bellybutton feels a lil sore. Should I go see my doctor?
I completely understand your concern and I hope I am able to help you for the same. Looks like you have developed cellulitis over the umbilical region. We can try conservative treatment first but if the condition continues to worsen , then you might need to consult a dermatologist. Avoid touching it too much. Avoid using any kind of cold dreams or oils, as it might increase the lesion . You can start using any topical antibiotic/antiseptic cream(like mupirocin cream) over the lesion for 2-3 days . Take some pain killers along for relieving the associated pain and discomfort.
Oral antibiotics are required if the cellulitis increases, which a dermatologist can examine and suggest .
Take care,
Wishing you speedy recovery,
Dr Geetika Paul
MD ( Dermatology)
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What Could Be The Reason For The Foul Smell From The Belly Button, When Cleaned There Was Some White Stuff And Bleeding Started?
Hi , Thanks for the query. I completely understand your concern and I hope I am able to help you for the same. Looks like you have developed cellulitis over the umbilical region. We can try conservative treatment first but if the condition continues to worsen , then you might need to consult a dermatologist. Avoid touching it too much. Avoid using any kind of cold dreams or oils, as it might increase the lesion . You can start using any topical antibiotic/antiseptic cream(like mupirocin cream) over the lesion for 2-3 days . Take some pain killers along for relieving the associated pain and discomfort. Oral antibiotics are required if the cellulitis increases, which a dermatologist can examine and suggest . Take care, Wishing you speedy recovery, Dr Geetika Paul MD ( Dermatology)