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A 38-year-old female asked:

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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Dr. Tanya Russoanswered

Pediatrics 27 years experience

Possibly wait: In the absence of fever, drainage, vomiting, or severe pain, your pediatrician would be the best person to consult with.

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