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Swollen (perhaps infected) belly button
Since the last few days, the patient's (56 year old female, possibly diabetic) belly button has swollen and yesterday it leaked pus (PFA Pictures)
This swelling has happened for the last few years during rainy season, and apparently it was always fixed within 2-3 days on its own without any medication etc. However, the pus leaking from it is a new occurrence.
Will antibiotics help in fixing this ?
If yes, which ones ?
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Yes..It's bacterial infection..it will improve with medicine... for detailed medicine prescription do online consultation
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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required..
Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription & guidance.
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Dr. Rajesh L Pathi
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8 yrs exp
Bangalore
Take consultantion and discuss in detail
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