Patient's question:
On the tenth day of the baby's birth, when I helped change the gauze on the umbilical cord, I noticed that the baby's umbilical cord was slightly protruding and there was some bleeding. I was terrified at the time and wanted to ask what causes protrusion and bleeding of the umbilical cord in newborns?Doctor's answer:
The loss of a newborn's umbilical cord may be accompanied by a small amount of bleeding. Generally, it does not require the use of a hemostatic agent and the bleeding usually stops within a few days of recovery. If you experience prolonged bleeding, consider the possibility of an umbilical hernia. Pay attention to keeping the area clean and hygienic to prevent bacterial infection. Avoid wetting and rubbing the area with urine during the day. Close the top of the front of the diaper to reduce friction on the umbilical cord stump. Continue to disinfect daily to keep the umbilical crevice dry and clean.