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When Does The Umbilical Cord Stump Fall Off?
Question: my son is a week and 1 day old his umbilical cord fell off today but don't know if it's supposed to look like this
Brief Answer:
Considerations.
Detailed Answer:
Hello and thanks for the query.
It's perfectly normal for the umbilical cord to fall off after about a week.
The tissue can have a number of varied appearances.
As long as the belly button site is clear without any foul smelling drainage and he is otherwise acting fine then there should be no major concern.
Sincerely,
Dr Galamaga
Considerations.
Detailed Answer:
Hello and thanks for the query.
It's perfectly normal for the umbilical cord to fall off after about a week.
The tissue can have a number of varied appearances.
As long as the belly button site is clear without any foul smelling drainage and he is otherwise acting fine then there should be no major concern.
Sincerely,
Dr Galamaga
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Yogesh D
it looks like a white puss inside the net button
looks like a white puss inside the belly button tried to send pictures but says not defined
looks like a white puss inside the belly button tried to send pictures but says not defined
Brief Answer:
Followup
Detailed Answer:
If you see puss there would recommend you bring him to the pediatrician for evaluation.
Dr Galamaga
Followup
Detailed Answer:
If you see puss there would recommend you bring him to the pediatrician for evaluation.
Dr Galamaga
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Vaishalee Punj
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