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A member asked:
My belly button was really scabby and then i used nivea cream to help it and it worked but it's still red and gets a bit of scab in everyday ? any tip
A doctor has provided 1 answer
See your doctor: This is an unusual place for a skin infection, and you should have your doctor examine it to make sure there is nothin more serious. Hope this helps!
Answered 5/24/2015
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