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Called my dr she said i fine but my belly button still has goo and my abdominal is numb will it go away on its own and how do i clean my belly button?

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Dr. Nela Cordero answered

UMBILICAL GOO?: I presume you have dirt in your belly button and having a hard time cleaning it. Get a q-tip and wet it with alcohol or hydrogen peroxide to clean it.

Dr Refai agreed

Answered 8/9/2013

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A member asked:

Called my dr she said i fine but my belly button still has goo and my abdominal is numb will it go away on its own and how do i clean my belly button?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Nela Cordero answered

Dr Refai agreed

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