Patient's question:
My baby is a premature child, and I was very worried about the child's condition from the beginning. Recently, the child has been experiencing a series of issues, and I'm very concerned, fearing that the condition may worsen. What could be the reason for the redness of the umbilical cord?Doctor's answer:
You can buy povidone-iodine and alcohol, as well as cotton swabs, from a pharmacy. First, use a povidone-iodine cotton swab to apply to the affected area, then use a medical alcohol cotton swab to apply to the affected area. Do this twice a day until it heals.The child is suffering from a newborn disease, so the family must take the child to a doctor immediately for treatment to avoid using unbranded drugs blindly. It is necessary to use medicine reasonably. For parents, it is important to observe the changes in the child's symptoms and do their best to help the child receive timely treatment for the disease.