So, you’ve decided to get a tummy tuck. But you still have some questions about the procedure — including about what happens to your belly button after a tummy tuck. Many people wonder this exact ...

(The Conversation) – Everyone has one, but you might not know much about it. Here biologist Sarah Leupen, who teaches human and comparative animal physiology, explains the ins and outs of belly ...

A complication with belly button piercings is rejection, or when your body tries to remove the piercing from your skin. This is an immune response—your body sees the piercing as a foreign object and ...

When it comes to body parts, the belly button doesn’t usually get much attention. Yet this often-overlooked little spot is a treasure trove of interesting details. Whether you've got an innie or an ...

Belly button reconstruction surgery, or umbilicoplasty, is a minimally invasive cosmetic procedure to change the appearance of the belly button. A person may consider belly button reconstruction to ...

Belly button odor can strike anyone at anytime. While a smelly belly button is usually nothing to worry about, a foul odor paired with other symptoms could indicate a more serious issue. Here’s a look ...

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