This article was originally published on mentalfloss.com as Yes, You Need to Clean Your Belly Button-Here's the Best Way to Do It. Haphazardly dragging a soapy washcloth or loofah over your abdomen ...

Thick, brown belly button discharge may happen if you haven't washed your belly button in a while. This discharge is likely caused by skin cells, sweat, dirt, fungi, and bacteria build-up and can be ...

That little dent in the middle of your stomach isn’t just a quirky reminder of your time in the womb, it’s potentially one of the most bacteria-packed spots on your entire body. Your belly button is ...

An infected belly button piercing will be swollen and may even cause a fever — here's how to care for your new piercing to avoid infection.