Can Belly Button Pain in Males Be Linked to Pus in the Urethra?

Reviewed by Suo Lee, MD

Internal Medicine

Belly button pain in males could be linked to an infected urachal cyst, which can sometimes cause pus-like discharge. This is not linked to pus in the urethra.

Explanation

Belly button pain in males can be associated with various conditions, one of which is an infected urachal cyst. An urachal cyst is a fluid-filled structure that can form if the urachus, a tube that connects the bladder to the belly button before birth, does not fully close. If this cyst becomes infected, it can cause pain around the belly button and may lead to pus-like discharge.

There it no known connection between belly button pain and pus in the urethra. If someone is experiencing these symptoms, it is important to consult a healthcare provider for a proper diagnosis and treatment.

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