Patient's question:
I don't know if he has this condition, and his mental state isn't good either. How should I care for a newborn's umbilicus?Doctor's answer:
Hello, the umbilical cord of a newborn should be kept dry and clean. After the stump falls off, if there is any discharge or, use povidone-iodine or purple water for local application. If a bath is necessary, take some protective measures to minimize contact with water. The child should be supplemented with complementary foods in a timely manner to enhance immunity. Supplementing with multiple vitamins and trace elements is sufficient. Observe and treat promptly. If there are no other diseases, the child is healthy.