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I have a yellowish smelly fluid coming from my belly button. my belly button is pierced and has been for 5 years and i haven't wore a piercing for 1yr?
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Infected!: It sure sounds as though it is Infected... See someone. Get assessed and treated.
Answered 11/11/2014
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Possible infection: Malodorous discharge can be a sign of infection. You may try antibacterial soap and a topical antibiotic. If this does not help or if redness and swelling develops then you may need oral antibiotics.
Answered 11/11/2016
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