Question 1

why does my belly button leak a yellowish clear fluid off and on that smells. have had 6 belly surgeries.3 that involed insions thru the belly button.?

Accepted Answer

Not normal: You may have infection . You need to see doctor

Question 2

my belly button is leaking a clear fuild and it smells really bad...wht is going on?!?

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Several posibilities: You may have developed a bowel fistula, there may be a cyst, or other issue.  The main issue is that this is grossly abnormal and should be seen by a physician.  My choice would be a general surgeon.

Question 3

i have clear  discharge leaking from my belly button i have pain around it and it seem to itch also  and the clear stuff smells horrible?

Accepted Answer

Belly Button Infxn: Stinky or smelly belly button discharge is a vivid sign of infection. The infection over belly button causes it to develop red color painful swelling and discharge curd-like substance. Believed to be caused due to some specific conditions such as the belly button piercing, fungal infection, yeast infection, ultraviolet rays and overweight, the infection produces pus within the navel. See doc!

Question 4

good morning. my belly button has a weird smell and it also leaks out a clear substance. what can it possibly be?

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Infection likely: There might be infection as belly button is an excellent place for the bacteria or fungi to hide there, being warm, dark and has nutrients for the bugs (dead skin) so I would advise to see your doctor for assessment and management

Question 5

i have a hardness around my belly button with some pain, and tonight it leaked a cloudy red liquid with little to no smell.

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See your doctor: See your doctor.  You may need antibiotics.  Keep it clean and dry.  Wash your hands and try not to touch it.

Question 6

i have a pimple like bump inside my belly button. i had one on the outside also. it is red and leaks pus that has a foul smell. is it serious?

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You have infection: Some time if this kind infection is not treated properly could lead to a serious infection.

Question 7

my belly button is leaking yellow discharge it's got a very strong smell to it and is very red and itchy

Accepted Answer

Need an exam: Best guess is leaking pus from deeper infection or weeping fluid from more superficial skin infection (like a fungal infection).  A physician would need to examine to determine if drainage is necessary or if thorough cleaning/topical medication would suffice.  Best wishes.

Question 8

what would cause my belly button to leak a clear fluid?

Accepted Answer

?infection: Some infections of the skin structures around the belly button may get irritated and cause a leaking of fluid.  This is more common in people who get piercings of course.  Have it checked as leaking there needs an eval.  Good luck.

Question 9

what does it mean when your belly button leaks yellow fluid?

Accepted Answer

Uncertain: Causes of navel discharge include abnormalities of  the uracha (cyst, sinus or patent uracha), complications from past laparoscopic surgery, umbilical abscess ; recurrent folliculitis. More superficial fungal (such as yeast) and bacterial infections can occur.

Question 10

what can i do if my belly button is leaking some kind of fluid any ideas why?

Accepted Answer

Hard to ascertain: Very difficult to ascetain the cause, how long?
How much fluid(teaspoon less or more) any 
injury? If this persists you've to see an M.D.

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Why does my belly button leak a yellowish clear fluid off and on that smells. have had 6 belly surgeries.3 that involed insions thru the belly button.?

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My belly button is leaking a clear fuild and it smells really bad...wht is going on?!?

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I have clear discharge leaking from my belly button i have pain around it and it seem to itch also and the clear stuff smells horrible?

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Good morning. my belly button has a weird smell and it also leaks out a clear substance. what can it possibly be?

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I have a hardness around my belly button with some pain, and tonight it leaked a cloudy red liquid with little to no smell.

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I have a pimple like bump inside my belly button. i had one on the outside also. it is red and leaks pus that has a foul smell. is it serious?

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My belly button is leaking yellow discharge it's got a very strong smell to it and is very red and itchy

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What would cause my belly button to leak a clear fluid?

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What does it mean when your belly button leaks yellow fluid?

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What can i do if my belly button is leaking some kind of fluid any ideas why?

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