Bump above my belly button?!


Question: Bump above my belly button.?
I have my belly button pierced.I've had it done for about a year. Earlier the area between the two holes became purple-ish. Twelve hours later it was this huge hard bump. I thought it might be a cyst so I tried to pop it. I got a safety pin and sterilized it. It sunk into the bump pretty easily with no pressure. Puss oozed out of it for a long time. The bump is a lot smaller now but still there and hard. Does anyone have any idea what this might be.? Thanks :)Health Question & Answer


Answers:
Don't take the piercing out!!! If you do, you may trap the infection inside and form an abscess. I've had other piercings get infected and the best thing to do is warm/hot water with salt if possible and regular washing with Dial Soap in the shower. Bactine is supposed to be ok, but will make the healing a lot slower because it not only kills the infection but also kills the new healing tissue. I suggest making a warm-salty solution in a shot glass and turning that over on your belly while you're on your back with a towel underneath you. Warm water and salt combo followed with good washing in the shower with dial has always helped any infections i've ever had. If the infection gets worse, you are uncomfortable or are just really worried about it you should definitely see your doctor or piercer. Hope this helps and good luck!!Health Question & Answer



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