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I have a very deep navel. ive never actually seen the bottom. i just tried cleaning it, which i normally dont do because its a bit painful. after doing so, i saw trace amounts of blood. did i just irritate the skin, or is it something of concern?

Q: i have a very deep navel. ive never actually seen the bottom. i just tried cleaning it, which i normally dont do because its a bit painful. after doing so, i saw trace amounts of blood. did i just irritate the skin, or is it something of concern?

: You are asking a great question can need to be answered by having an in-person examination. I can't be certain but its likely you irritated the skin. See your primary care doctor

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You are asking a great question can need to be answered by having an in-person examination. I can't be certain but its likely you irritated the skin. See your primary care doctor

Answered 3/4/2021

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A member asked:

I have a very deep navel. ive never actually seen the bottom. i just tried cleaning it, which i normally dont do because its a bit painful. after doing so, i saw trace amounts of blood. did i just irritate the skin, or is it something of concern?

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Dr. Richard Romano answered

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