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I have white stuff covering on deep skin of my inner belly button what is it? got a little pain on right if belly button as well?

Q: i have white stuff covering on deep skin of my inner belly button what is it? got a little pain on right if belly button as well?

: Sometimes lint gets in there or it could be secretions. Gently try to clean it out with a wet cotton applicator, wash with soap and water. If unable to do that see your doctor

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Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

Sometimes lint gets in there or it could be secretions. Gently try to clean it out with a wet cotton applicator, wash with soap and water. If unable to do that see your doctor

Answered 12/2/2021

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A member asked:

I have white stuff covering on deep skin of my inner belly button what is it? got a little pain on right if belly button as well?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

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