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What to do about infected belly button piercing?
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Infected navel : piercing. Signs of infection can include: increased swelling, redness, tenderness, ^ pain, warmth, red streaks, purulent drainage, swollen lymph nodes or fever. Seek medical care for infected piercing.
Answered 9/28/2016
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