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Belly button is red, and releasing an odor...should i call my pcp or clean with alcohol?

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Dr. Anatoly Belilovsky answered

3% hydrogen peroxide: ...Is probably more effective and less likely to sting. If this does not help, call your pcp.

Answered 8/29/2013

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Dr. Harold Peltan answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Clean it: Try cleaning and drying it thoroughly. Keep it dry. If it doesn't get better, you may need to see your pcp.

Answered 8/29/2013

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A member asked:

Belly button is red, and releasing an odor...should i call my pcp or clean with alcohol?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Anatoly Belilovsky answered

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