When the fetus is inside the mother's uterus the umbilical cord is what connects the baby's blood circulation to the mother. Through the umbilical cord, the placenta transfers all the necessary nutrients and oxygen to the baby, till birth. At the time of birth, the doctor cuts the umbilical cord and a small stump remains in its place. It falls off eventually.
Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I have seen the picture (attachment removed to protect patient identity).You are right that the diagnosis is umbilical granuloma.
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Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The umbilical cord should have three vessels. Either the doctor missed one vessel or the baby has only two vessels.
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Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You need to address this issue as soon as possible. It can become worse and your child can develop new symptoms.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The most common cause of delay in the falling of the cord is the application of lots of antiseptics to the cord. Another cause is leukocyte adhesion deficiency.
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