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Son's belly button started turning red yesterday.today it is redder & a little swollen. do i wait to get him in with his dr or go to er. he is two.
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Possibly wait: In the absence of fever, drainage, vomiting, or severe pain, your pediatrician would be the best person to consult with.
Answered 1/20/2018
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