Question 1

what can be the cause of red rash in my belly button?

Accepted Answer

Infection?: Other than infection could be an allergic reaction which came in contact with an allergen such as cream or laundry detergent on the clothes  can cause it. In terms of infection i would think first a yeast infection. See a dermatologist . If you do not want to do that apply otc cream for a yeast infection on the affected area and change laundry detergent and see if it will make any difference.

Question 2

my son has a red ring around his belly button and a rash around it what could that possibly be! should i worry?

Accepted Answer

Hard to say: This could be a simple bug bite reaction or even an infection.Since you did not provide an age or other specifics I cannot be more specific.

Question 3

i have 2 red vertical lines (rash) on left and right side of the belly button for more than a year. it was small before but has grown to abt 4 inch nw?

Accepted Answer

See derm: See dermatologist for possible biopsy. This way you can find out what is causing this.

Question 4

what can be a reasn for red thin line circle around belly button iit shows up in app 1 inch radius  like a rash or something,disappaes and then again?

Accepted Answer

Omphalitis: Redness around the navel is often due to a mild infection by yeast or skin bacteria. Treatment consists of good hygiene and application of an ointment or cream containing antibiotic and antifungal medications like cortisporin.

Question 5

today i noticed a red rash in my belly button and it's very sore with teeny tiny white bumps everywhere. what could this be?

Accepted Answer

Rash: Rashes are difficult to diagnose online. You should see your family practice physician if you develop any symptoms.

Question 6

i have a localized rash near the right side of my stomach, right next to my belly button. it consists of some small, slightly raised red bumps.

Accepted Answer

Viral: I suspect an eruption due to a viral infection which could be mild shingles(herpes zoster) or herpes simplex. Since these would be treatable, I recommend that you be examined by a physician or dermatologist for diagnosis and treatment.

Question 7

what can cause pain, light bleeding an red lines comin from in ur belly button? other then infection as theres no puss, rash, smell an its not itchy

Accepted Answer

See a doctor: This sounds like it has the potential for being serious and should be looked at asap.  Hope it all works out well.

Question 8

hello, i had just pulled a lump of hair from the inside of my belly button, it hurts and smells bad. there is also a red rash that has formed inside.

Accepted Answer

Likely a fungal skin: Infection. Treat with anti-fungal cream. Pharmacist can help pick which one to buy over the counter. Once healed, gently keep clean.

Question 9

i have a rash itchy around navel 2wks postop belly button revision  using cortisone & benadryl (diphenhydramine) getting worst red is turning dark red what is it nopain?

Accepted Answer

Metal allergy: A possibility is metal allergy.  Patch testing can be done to clarify.  Another possibility is infection (bacterial or fungal), which should be treated.  Consider virtual consult or discuss with your physician.

Question 10

hi, 4 weeks ago i was 68 kg today i weighed myself and was 65kg, i have a red rash and a tender abdomen which feels hard near my belly button, should i be concerned? i also have epilepsy and take sodium valproate?

Accepted Answer

: I think you should be examined by your physician. Redness &amp; tenderness around the navel may be due to cellulitis which requires treatment with systemic antibiotics. Sometimes inflammation complicating a small umbilical hernia is a cause of those symptoms.

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Red rash around belly button

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What can be the cause of red rash in my belly button?

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My son has a red ring around his belly button and a rash around it what could that possibly be! should i worry?

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I have 2 red vertical lines (rash) on left and right side of the belly button for more than a year. it was small before but has grown to abt 4 inch nw?

A member asked:

What can be a reasn for red thin line circle around belly button iit shows up in app 1 inch radius like a rash or something,disappaes and then again?

A member asked:

Today i noticed a red rash in my belly button and it's very sore with teeny tiny white bumps everywhere. what could this be?

A member asked:

I have a localized rash near the right side of my stomach, right next to my belly button. it consists of some small, slightly raised red bumps.

A member asked:

What can cause pain, light bleeding an red lines comin from in ur belly button? other then infection as theres no puss, rash, smell an its not itchy

A member asked:

Hello, i had just pulled a lump of hair from the inside of my belly button, it hurts and smells bad. there is also a red rash that has formed inside.

A member asked:

I have a rash itchy around navel 2wks postop belly button revision using cortisone & benadryl (diphenhydramine) getting worst red is turning dark red what is it nopain?

A member asked:

Hi, 4 weeks ago i was 68 kg today i weighed myself and was 65kg, i have a red rash and a tender abdomen which feels hard near my belly button, should i be concerned? i also have epilepsy and take sodium valproate?

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