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A 22-year-old female asked:

Hello, i have a odd yellow, orangery substance in my belly button, i have used hydrogen peroxide, and anti-bacterial cream, but i have only been able to get a little bit of the gunk out, and when i pull with tweezers it won't come out?

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Dr. Birendra Tandan
Dr. Birendra Tandananswered
Urology 36 years experience
It has to be examined and then whatever is found will be treated. Pl do not try to manipulate the area yourself. Keep it clean and cover it with some gauze and see a surgeon.. good luck
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Answered Oct 27, 2022
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