Patient's question:
My baby is 41 days old. The umbilical cord is flipping outwards, and it's a bit large. He also keeps straining constantly. Last night, he suddenly started eating very little. Before, he could eat 90ml, but now he only eats up to 50ml and then falls asleep. A short while later, he wakes up again. It feels like he doesn't eat much, and even after eating, he doesn't get bloated for a long time.Is this related to his umbilical cord?
Previous treatment history and effectiveness: None.
What kind of help do you need?
Do I need to see a doctor?
Doctor's answer:
The child's condition requires attention for two reasons: first, to prevent the occurrence of navel infection, and second, to check whether umbilical hernia has recurred. It is advisable to first examine the child's temperature to see if it is normal, as there may be a recurrence of fever. If there is navel inflammation, the child can be treated with anti-inflammatory medication for the navel. It is also important to have a doctor examine to see if umbilical hernia has recurred. Attention should be paid to preventing the child from experiencing abdominal hypertension.