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    Posted on: 04/20/2004

    Question

    I Got my bellybutton pierced then 4 months later it get ripped out, and i want to get it repierced, how long should i wait for it to heal??

    Submitted on 02/06/04 at 05:26:20


    Answer

    Wait until the tear is completely normal in color, or at least stable in color for a month or so, nontender and without obvious inflammation. You can see your physician who could determine whether it's safe to redo the procedure.


    Answered By:
    Meg Durbin , M.D.


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