Why is my belly piercing still oozing?
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Why is my belly piercing still oozing?
It’s normal for a white or yellow-colored fluid (not pus) to ooze from your new piercing. This may form a crust that can itch or feel tight. Try not to pick at it, since that will cause the area to bleed. This crust will come off on its own as your piercing heals.
a pus-filled abscess, which could signal a bacterial infection. swelling on or around your bellybutton. a bellybutton that’s warm to the touch.
Why won’t my belly button piercing stop leaking?
If your belly button is “leaking” clear or colored discharge or blood, you may have a bacterial, fungal, or yeast infection. Crusty skin, strong odor, itching, and redness are also signs of infection. If discharge and crust stick around after you wash your belly button, you should see your doctor.
Make sure the skin around it looks normal, and clean off any dried crust/blood with a cotton swab. If any problems occur, don’t hesitate to contact your piercer! Here are a few things that may occur that are totally normal: It’s typical for a brand-new piercing to bleed a little bit for the first few days/week.
Prevention tips
- Wash daily with a mild antibacterial soap and water.
- After you bathe, dry the inside of your belly button completely.
- Don’t put any creams or moisturizers inside your belly button.
- Avoid tight clothes, which can irritate your belly button.
- Avoid piercing your belly button.
Is belly button discharge serious?
Make an appointment with your doctor if you notice a discharge from your belly button, though. It could be a symptom of infection. Also call your doctor if you have other symptoms of infection, including: fever.
When to see a doctor A person should contact a doctor if they experience any bleeding in or around the belly button in addition to any of the following symptoms: red, swollen skin that is painful or tender to the touch.
Why does my piercing keep bleeding?
An infected ear piercing may be red, swollen, sore, warm, itchy or tender. Sometimes the piercing oozes blood or white, yellow or greenish pus. A new piercing is an open wound that can take several weeks to fully heal. During that time, any bacteria (germs) that enter the wound can lead to infection.