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What Causes A Bruise Around The Belly Button While Suffering From Cough?

uh hello I m Diane I ve been coughing due to viral infection. Just now before I go to bed changing into pjs, I see a bruise at or around my belly button. Any relation or reason there? (read some articles it could mean something but for this I don t know)
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Hi,

The bruise around the belly button can be explained by having been rubbed along the waist elastic of your undergarment while coughing vigorously.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Vasudha Jayant Athavale, General & Family Physician
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What Causes A Bruise Around The Belly Button While Suffering From Cough?

Hi, The bruise around the belly button can be explained by having been rubbed along the waist elastic of your undergarment while coughing vigorously. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Vasudha Jayant Athavale, General & Family Physician