Question
Approximately 20 days after birth, a newborn may experience bleeding around the umbilical cord, causing concern for the family. What are the possible reasons for umbilical cord bleeding in a 20-day-old baby?
Answer
For newborns, a small amount of bleeding after the umbilical cord falls off may be due to tissue damage. If there is no obvious pus or discharge, initial umbilical cord care can be performed to keep the area dry during daily care. It is important to maintain cleanliness of the umbilical cord, avoid using unclean diapers or clothing that comes into contact with the umbilical cord, and perform umbilical cord care multiple times until the bleeding subsides.