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Can messing with your belly button cause problems?

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Dr. John Munshower answered

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?messing?: Not sure what you mean by "messing with", but if one was to try and pierce themselves per se, for a belly button ring, that would not be advised, as it may lead to infection. Best to have any piercings done by a certified professional.

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Answered 12/31/2022

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