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I've had minor soreness in my belly button for a few days. discharge just started coming out but i don't want to see a dr. anything i can do at home?
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Wet dressings.: You can try wet dressings, using water with a bit of salt dissolved in it, 2-3 times per day. But if the discharge increases and/or it becomes painful, you really should see a doctor because you may be developing an infection.
Answered 8/18/2017
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