It’s especially important that you wear your binder and avoid strenuous activity so the belly button heals properly. A sebum plug is an infrequently used term for acne. These plugs occur when sebum (oil) from your sebaceous glands become trapped in your hair follicles. Dead skin cells and then inflammation creates acne lesions. While it may be difficult to prevent keratin plugs entirely, you can help get rid of them and prevent others from occurring by:

At first glance, keratin plugs may look like small pimples. They are usually pink or skin-colored. They also tend to form in groups on specific parts of the body. Lumps in this area are most often congenital anomalies, meaning they are problems with development that are present at birth. These congenital umbilical lumps may be associated with symptoms in an infant or young child such as: Because of the negative aesthetic perception of a large and wide umbilicus, plastic surgeons attempt to create a modest umbilicus during umbilical reconstruction. However, the process of skin healing and scar remodeling varies from person to person, making complications unpredictable; thus, a relatively small umbilicus may become stenotic and distorted. Despite this commonly anticipated problem, there is no standardized approach to dealing with umbilical stenosis. We present a method of umbilical stenting that allows the surgeon to create a modest umbilicus while also avoiding the complication of umbilical stenosis. METHODSIf this isn’t done well, the belly button may end up looking distorted — either too flat, too deep, or the wrong shape. So, it’s important to ask your surgeon to see their portfolio and ask about their ideas for your naval. By the fourth week, new skin and blood vessels begin to form, and your belly button starts to regain a natural appearance. Swelling and discomfort should lessen noticeably.

You can help get rid of dead skin cells that may be trapped with keratin in these bumps by using gentle exfoliation methods. A small abscess may heal on its own, through the body's immune system. But some will need to be drained or lanced in a medical provider's office so that the pus can be cleaned out. Antibiotics are usually prescribed.Yeast can also take up residence in your belly button, especially if you don’t keep it clean and dry. A dermatofibroma is a fairly common skin growth that usually appears on the lower legs, but may appear anywhere on the body. These mole-like growths are benign (noncancerous.) The recovery timeline after the procedure varies depending on different factors, such as your age, health status, weight, and immune system. Because the drainage tubes that pull the fluid away from your abdominal region will remain in the area for a few days. Healthline has strict sourcing guidelines and relies on peer-reviewed studies, academic research institutions, and medical associations. We avoid using tertiary references. You can learn more about how we ensure our content is accurate and current by reading our editorial policy. A dermatofibroma does not require treatment unless it is interfering with clothing or is unsightly. They can be surgically removed, though this will leave a scar and the growth may eventually return. Boil (furuncle)

Benign: In adults, there are multiple benign masses that can develop in the umbilical area. Benign masses develop from cells dividing uncontrollably; however, they do not spread elsewhere. Benign lesions include masses such as hamartomas, neurofibromas, and lipomas. Symptoms include a hard, raised growth that is red, pink, or brown and less than half an inch across. They are usually painless but may be tender or itchy, and may appear alone or in groups.I have seen surgeons make all sorts of unusual shapes in a quest for the “perfect” belly button. In my opinion, the simpler the better. I make a short horizontal line and remove little if any skin. Because of the downward tension on the abdominal skin, that horizontal line elongates into a diamond. That is all you need and as the umbilical skin heals the diamond becomes rounder.