Naval Piercing Possible Infection?

I've had my naval piercing for about six months now and it seemed to be healing fine and i thought it was fully healed until two days ago when a pink bump formed on the bottom part of the hole. Its very uncomfortable. I just wanted to know if this was a sign of infection.

[loiloi]

Belly piercings can become uncomfortable especially if you catch them on something, and they easily show signs of trauma. Wear a belly ring made from gold, don't be tempted to buy cheap fashion rings. Make sure the ring cannot catch on the top of your trousers and dry the area carefully after bathing. Clean the piercing with cooled boiled water.
If it doesn't heal quickly, return to the salon where you had it pierced or see your doctor for evaluation and advice. An infection may mean you have to remove the ring and the piercing may close over.
If anyone is considering a body or facial piercing go to a reputable salon which is registered with the local authority. Make sure the person carrying out your piercing wears gloves. Follow their advice on after-care they may recommend buying a solution from them to clean your piercing with. Do not change the ring until the piercing has healed which usually takes at least 6 weeks. Remember that if you later choose to let the piercing close over, a scar will probably remain. Eloise x

[Vanessa Lacuesta]

Hi,

Have your dermatologist assess this as infections in this area warrant immediate attention. Your dermatologist may be able to help you rule out the presence of any infection.

Do you have any history of keloid formation? Keloids form as overdense tissues over areas of previous injury.This may appear as painless elevated scars which follow the pattern of injury.Your dermatologist will easily identify this through visual asessment.

Do keep us posted.

[jade367]

please aswer
i had my belly pierced 8 days a go light green puss is coming out in little bits it is prtty red i am really worried i would be grateful for a reply jade
please help

[fern120]

hiya my name is fern and i have my belly button pierced. my belly button was like that and it got much worse. go to the doctor as soon as possible and he will give you antibiotics that will clear it up :) x