Patient's question:
What kinds of diseases can pediatric surgery treat, and which symptoms belong to pediatric internal medicine? Can iodine be used for inflamed umbilicus in babies?Doctor's answer:
No, it's not possible. Iodine solution is quite irritating, so medical alcohol or povidone-iodine can be used for disinfection. If there is bleeding or purulent discharge, it's important to take the child to the hospital for examination to determine if it's due to omphalitis. Children have weaker immune systems, so they are more prone to pediatric general surgery issues. For parents, it's important not to panic and should promptly take the child to a specialized hospital for examination and treatment. Additionally, regular check-ups should be conducted for the child, and medication should be used under the guidance of a doctor.