Patient's question:
My child is 8 years old this year. His navel is very deep. They say it can't be touched, so it's rarely washed. The inside of his navel is often dirty and smells bad. I don't know what's wrong. Could you ask the doctor why the navel smells so bad? What's wrong if the navel smells bad and hurts?Doctor's answer:
Every person's navel has some or more secretions. A small amount of secretion can serve a protective function. However, excessive secretion or brown discharge may be released. Considering the risk of umbilical cord infection, it is necessary to be diagnosed with umbilical cord inversion in the hospital. The navel is a dark corner, prone to accumulating moisture and difficult to dry. Combined with suitable temperature, it becomes an excellent breeding ground for bacteria. Keep the area dry to prevent the infection from worsening. Clean the contents of the navel regularly, but avoid forcefully scratching the navel. If the urachus is not closed, surgery is required.