One of the dirtiest places on the human body is not your butt or mouth. No, the honor goes to an often-forgotten hole: the belly button. Dermatologists say people often forget to clean their belly ...

An infected belly button piercing will be swollen and may even cause a fever — here's how to care for your new piercing to avoid infection.

Something we all possess but rarely give much thought to is belly buttons. That small indentation on your belly might not be impressive-looking, but it’s a devious area where sweat, dirt, and bacteria ...

Your belly button might seem like nothing more than a remnant from your time in the womb, but this small area can actually provide valuable clues about your digestive health and overall wellbeing.

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Medically reviewed by Amelia MacIntyre, DO It's important not to ignore a belly button infection, which may be easily treated with a course of antibiotics or antifungal medication. Leaving an ...

Scientists have discovered a hidden fibrous sheath beneath the belly button that explains why navels stay concave for life.

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