Patient's question:
The child just born doesn't know what's going on, there are always red spots on their body, and they are spitting up milk. When should the gauze on the umbilical cord be removed?Doctor's answer:
The umbilical cord should fall off around 7-10 days after birth. During this period, you can take a bath, but after bathing, disinfect it with 75% alcohol. First, use a cotton swab dipped in alcohol to wipe, then use a dry cotton swab to wipe. Both the inside and outside of the umbilical stump should be wiped. Do this 2-3 times a day. After the umbilical cord falls off, there may be some blood or discharge. At this time, you should persist in disinfecting with alcohol every day until the discharge completely stops and the umbilical stump is clean.