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A member asked:
My belly button has swelled up some over the past couple days. its slightly red and very sore. theres no bump or drainage. just sore and uncomfortable?
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Infection?: It sounds like you might have a skin infection there - either bacterial or fungal, or mixed. I recommend you see a doctor.
Answered 7/24/2014
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