Pusar Smells And Waters Are Normal? Beware Of Infections That Must Be Treated Medically

Illustration of odors and watery navels whether normal (Freepik/Racool_studio)

YOGYAKARTA This part of the body, the navel, does not seem to get much attention. The reason is, when bathing is often forgotten to be stockpiled or washed with water. Therefore, the sweat, dirt, and dead skin cells collected in the navel make it smell bad. So it is important to recognize the cause of the odor and watery navel and get a diagnosis of the results of the medical examination.

The odor of the navel is generally caused by hygiene problems. When the body sweats, bacteria in the skin break the protein into acid which causes the smell of the body. The buildup of dirt in the navel also makes the aroma unpleasant and moist. Well, in addition to what is explained, here are the causes of odor and watery navels.

If the navel smells and watery, there is a possibility of developing a cyst behind the navel. If this cyst is infected, it can cause pain, get out of the liquid, and smell bad.

Kisra urachal is a small bag of growing tissue in the structure between the bladder and the navel. This structure is known as urachus, which connects the bladder to the navel in the developing fetus. Usually, this structure will disappear before the baby is born. But in some people there are still holes between the bladder and the navel. This is called urachal sine, which if infected will be recognized with certain symptoms. Including odors and watery navels, followed by lower stomach pain, pain, whiteness, urinary tract infection (ISK), hematuria (blood in urine).

Urachal cysts have a small risk of cancer. So health care providers may recommend removing them after infection is treated.

Candida is a type of yeast or fungal that can cause fungal infections called candialysis. Candidates usually live on the skin without problems. But also found in the mouth, throat, intestines, and vagina.

When a temple grows uncontrollably, infection can occur and cause odor. Diabetics, also have an increased risk of candialysis. Because of this, a damped and rarely cleaned hidden place such as a odor and runny navel.

Wearing accessories with piercings in the navel has a risk of infection. Launching VeryWellHealth, Wednesday, July 17, every time there is damage or tearing on the skin, there is a higher risk of infection. SoEluclear piercings are one of the causes of infection from various types of bacteria such as Staphylococcus (staph) or Streptococcus.

A study found that staph and Corynebacterium are the most common bacteria living in the navel. In addition to odors, symptoms of infected navel piercings include redness, pain, and fluid discharge.

Well, to recognize the normal condition of the navel, it is important to identify the aroma. If your navel smells for hygiene reasons, the smell may be similar to the body odor experienced when not bathing for a few days. If the smell of the navel is like sulfur, acid, or cheese-like, it is a sign that it is caused by several types of yeast and bacteria that infect.

If you smell an unusual odor in the navel, wash it with anti-bacterial soap. But if the navel continues to smell after washing, immediately check it with the doctor. Especially if followed by fever, red skin and irritation, swelling, itching, and MEANing.