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I had my gall bladder out 3 weeks ago through my belly button. my belly button has trace blood on the qtip when i clean it and an odor. normal??

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Dr. Stephen Hirshorn answered

Maybe: A touch of blood is probably normal, but the presence of an odor is suggestive of a possible wound infection. If there is no associated pain, swelling, or redness than wash with soap and water and apply triple antibiotic ointment twice a day. If the problem persists or if symptoms develop than consult your surgeon.

Dr Hellman and another doctor agreed

Answered 12/9/2015

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A member asked:

I had my gall bladder out 3 weeks ago through my belly button. my belly button has trace blood on the qtip when i clean it and an odor. normal??

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Stephen Hirshorn answered

Dr Hellman and another doctor agreed

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