Does poor umbilical cord care affect a baby's health?

Patient's question:

No

Doctor's answer:

The umbilical cord of a newborn will dry and fall off 3-7 days after being ligated. The blood vessels will close off and transform into ligaments. The external wound will heal and form an indentation inward to create the navel. It is recommended that you take the baby to the hospital for a check-up to see if there are any abnormal conditions inside the abdomen.