Patient's question:
Baby is 12 days old. Yesterday after the baby took a bath and the umbilical cord was disinfected, the baby moved, causing the umbilical cord to loosen slightly. I noticed some yellow liquid inside—is it pus?Doctor's answer:
Based on the situation you described, it seems the umbilical cord of the child is about to fall off. It is recommended to use povidone-iodine to clean and sterilize it. Avoid keeping it covered for too long, as it will gradually improve over time.The umbilical cord usually falls off on its own within 7 to 10 days after birth. If it hasn't fallen off by the 12th day, it may indicate umbilical cord infection, especially if there is purulent discharge inside. It is advisable to clean the baby thoroughly and use povidone-iodine for routine sterilization. The sterilization must be thorough.
The above advice is for the question "Is the yellowish fluid in the baby's umbilical cord pus?" I hope it helps you. Wishing you good health!