Patient's question:
I have had a few days of severe pain in my navel. At first, it was leaking foul water without pain, but in the following days, it started to inflame and hurt very, very badly, as if there was pus. I went to see a doctor, who advised using hydrogen peroxide for disinfection and taking anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving medication. This isn't considered a disease, but the effect isn't good. What should I do?Doctor's answer:
Common conditions include omphalitis, but it should be related to the patency of the umbilical urachus, and omphalitis has not been found yet. Go to the hospital for a doctor's examination, no special tests are needed. If the umbilical cord is inflamed, local disinfection and dressing should be applied, keeping the area dry to prevent further infection. The umbilical cord should be cleaned promptly, but do not squeeze the cord forcefully. If the umbilical urachus does not close, surgery may be required. For your current condition, I recommend a light diet and seeking medical attention as soon as possible after examination and treatment at the hospital.