My belly button is almost completely closed after tummy tuck, is it ok if it stays closed? What should I do? (photo)

December 23, 2013
Asked By:Secret1

Almost 8 years ago I had a tummy tuck. Since the surgery my belly button opening has always been very small. Recently my belly button was infected. After doing research it seemed I had a yeast infection in my belly button. I cleaned it 2-4 a day with warm saline the infection is clearing up. But now my belly button is almost completely closed. For the past year I have lived in a third world country and am a little hesitant to go to a Dr here. Please help

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December 26, 2013

Answer: Closed belly button

December 26, 2013

Answer: Closed belly button

December 25, 2013

Answer: Belly button

December 25, 2013

Answer: Belly button

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