What’s the dirtiest part of your body? Experts explain which body parts are germ magnets or too sensitive to touch—and why ...

Medically reviewed by Michael Menna, DO A complication with belly button piercings is rejection, or when your body tries to ...

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 ...

Scientists have discovered a new abdominal structure called the umbilical sheath, which anchors the remnant of the umbilical ...

Leaving a belly button infection untreated can lead to more serious complications, including sepsis, a life-threatening blood ...

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.

“Let’s get real — when’s the last time you gave your belly button some TLC?” Singh asked his 96,300 TikTok followers in a clip last month. “The navel creates a warm, moist environment that can be a ...

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