Medically reviewed by Alexis Appelstein, DO Umbilical hernias, appendicitis, gastroenteritis, and peptic ulcers might cause ...

Ah, the belly button: It's cute to get pierced (and cute in general!) but you may want to be aware that the area is also a breeding ground for bacteria and can lead to belly button infections. “Belly ...

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 ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. When it comes to body parts, the belly button doesn’t usually get much attention. Yet this often-overlooked little spot is a ...

Showering probably isn't enough: One study found more than 60 different types of bacteria in the average belly button. When not writing, Jeff spends his free time fixing up his old house. He has ...

From the return of low-rise jeans to chunky highlights, 2000s beauty trends are making a grand return this year. Body modifications are no exception, of course, and this is especially true when it ...