Infected Belly Button Piercing. As we shall see, not all signs or symptoms are. It's easy for bacteria to hole up inside it.
As we shall see, not all signs or symptoms are. But unsanitary conditions and poor aftercare are the leading causes of bacterial infections after piercings. It can take from 9 months to 1 year for a belly button piercing to heal completely.
Infected Navel Piercing Photograph by Dr P. Marazzi/science Photo Library
Initially, piercings are healing wounds, and they can be prone to infection. But unsanitary conditions and poor aftercare are the leading causes of bacterial infections after piercings. Also, a severe infection can result in swelling, fever or intense pain. Skimping on the material can lead to undue irritation or infection.
