Patient's question:
What kinds of diseases can pediatric surgery treat, and which symptoms belong to pediatric internal medicine? How should I take care of my baby after the umbilical cord falls off?Doctor's answer:
Hello: After the umbilical cord falls off, you can use povidone-iodine to externally clean the umbilical area, 1-2 times a day. It usually heals within 3-5 days. It is important to avoid contamination of the umbilical area by urine, feces, water, etc. Do not use talcum powder to dry it. After applying povidone-iodine, wrap it with the umbilical cord or gauze. If it is completely healed within 3-5 days, there is no problem. Pay attention to whether there are any secretions in the local area. If there are, you should go to the hospital to change the dressing and receive treatment, as it can easily lead to umbilical cord inflammation.