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Question by  Kit (558)

What can I do to treat an infected navel?

I got a belly button ring and now the whole area is red, swollen, hot and draining pus. I don't know what to do.

 
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Answer by  helper72 (282)

You'll want to make sure you wear lose shirts, and that you keep the area uncovered whenever possible. Wash the ring with antibacterial soap twice a day and apply a moistened cotton ball soaked in slightly salty water to the area twice a day as well.

 
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Answer by  MedStudent01 (1131)

Use warm compresses and leave it alone. If it doesn't get better, you need to see a doctor to get it drained and treated with antibiotics.

 
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Answer by  marge (28)

See your4 primary care doctor/walk-in clinic doctor immediately! keep area clean with soap/water. use antiobiotic ointment as prescribed by physician

 
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Answer by  tamarawilhite (17883)

You need to see a doctor. The likely treatment is antibiotics but may also include draining the area, possibly surgery. Get medical attention from a doctor now.

 
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