Patient's question:
The baby is about a month old, and the umbilical cord hasn't fallen off. Today, when I disinfected it, there was blood. What could be the reason? Do I need to go to the hospital?Doctor's answer:
Hello, I'm happy to answer your question: Based on your description, don't worry, it may be caused by an infection. It is recommended to use hydrogen peroxide for cleaning. It is also suggested to take the baby to the hospital for a check-up. Pay attention to local hygiene, keep it clean and dry, and avoid touching it with your hands to prevent infection. You can apply povidone-iodine for disinfection. Using povidone-iodine for disinfection, I hope my reply helps you.