Patient's question:
What kinds of diseases can pediatric surgery treat, and which symptoms belong to pediatric internal medicine? How many days does an infant's umbilical cord fall off?Doctor's answer:
After the baby is born, the umbilical cord is tied and cut, leaving a blue-white stump. A few hours later, the stump turns brownish-white. It gradually dries, thins, and becomes black. Generally, within 3 to 7 days after birth, the umbilical stump... the child can fly on a plane. Flying may cause discomfort to the child. It is important to maintain a balanced diet, eat fresh fruits and vegetables, avoid spicy foods, drink plenty of water, get adequate rest, and promptly supplement multiple vitamins and trace elements. Treatment methods include calcium and folic acid supplementation.