Dr. Syed Muneeb Mohammad
Pediatric Allergy/Asthma Specialist
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Hi doctor,
I have had a baby girl for six days. Her umbilical cord fell off and I fear that it might be infected. It looks like a green mucusy substance sort of phlegm and a small drop of blood on her belly button. It dries up but if touched, the blood oozes again.
Hi,
Welcome to iclinq.com.
As the cord has fallen off, the area looks wet but there is nothing to worry about. It is called umbilical granuloma. Just use the ointment for five days and it will be fine.
However, if the discharge increases or the baby develops fever then a physical consultation is needed.
Thanks and regards.
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