Patient's question:
My doll's umbilical cord fell off one month after birth. It was very dry at the time, but later, I may not have continued proper care for it, and the diaper wasn't handled well either. There were several instances where the umbilical area got wet. What could be the cause of the baby's umbilical inflammation?Doctor's answer:
Hello, umbilical cord infection is often caused by improper handling during or after the umbilical cord cutting. Strict disinfection and improper care can easily lead to bacterial contamination, causing inflammation of the umbilical cord. Common pathogens include Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli, followed by Streptococcus hemolyticus, or mixed bacterial infections, etc. In addition, foreign body irritation can also contribute to the possibility of umbilical cord inflammation.