Best Way to Get Rid of Loose Skin Around Belly Button?

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I lost about 60lbs that was gained due to a hormone imbalance at 13 yes old. I'm now 29 and am at a size 6-8 and about 25% body fat. Since I lost the last 20lbs I've been battling infections in my belly button constantly having to clean and sanitize in order to get rid of the smells and discharges. I shower daily so it's not a hygiene issue but I'm sick of it. I'm looking for advice on the best way to get rid of the skin causing the infections and what will improve the overall texture of my skin

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

This would be difficult to assess without an exam or at least a series of photos.  Find a plastic surgeon with ELITE credentials who performs 
hundreds of tummy tucks each year.  Then look at the plastic surgeon's 
website before and after photo galleries to get a sense of who can 
deliver the results.
	Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA

Craig Mezrow, MS, MD, FACS · Answer

It is recommended to be evaluated by a plastic surgeon to discuss your options.  There are some surgical methods as well as nonsurgical options using laser devices to improve the periumbilical skin.

David Finkle, MD · Answer

Excess skin around the umbilicus (belly button) can cause a hygiene problem.  Without a photo it is impossible to offer a solution.  Perhaps a tummy tuck or maybe just a little revision around the umbilicus would help.  Health insurance companies rarely cover procedures such as this and would consider it cosmetic.

Jourdan Gottlieb, MD · Answer

This is a question that requires visualization of the anatomy to respond. A photo at a minimum is needed to offer a response. From the history, I would expect that a full tummy tuck will be the procedure of choice. Please consider adding a photo.

	All the best.

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