That's right, you can get a yeast infection in your belly button, which can lead to itching and redness, and cause a clear or off-white discharge to leak out, which almost looks like cottage cheese.

Other signs of a bacterial infection in your belly button include: An overgrowth of yeast (or fungus) called Candida can lead to a fungal infection that makes your belly button smell foul or musty.

Medically reviewed by Qin Rao, MD Belly button pain might stem from acute (short-lived) issues like constipation or due to serious conditions such as appendicitis. Chronic conditions like Crohn's ...