Patient's question:
My precious daughter was just born five days ago. This morning, when the doctor performed a health check on her, they discovered she has omphalitis. What is this disease, and why didn't the doctor detect it at birth? I would like to ask about the complete list of symptoms of omphalitis?Doctor's answer:
This kind of tetraplegic-like condition is typically caused by an infection of the wound, resulting in an acute illness. It presents with noticeable symptoms such as fever and convulsions. If left untreated in the later stages, it can cause certain damage to the brain. In such cases, it is important to promptly administer anti-inflammatory and antibacterial treatment. Additionally, attention should be paid to keeping the skin surface clean, avoiding spicy and irritating foods, and preventing any adverse stimuli to the wound.