Question
My child’s umbilical cord has become purulent after nine days, and there are scars around it now. There are blood threads in the middle. Do I need to go to the hospital for treatment? How long will it take to heal if I do treat it?
Answer
Hello, I’m glad to answer your question: Based on the symptoms, this may be related to umbilical inflammation. The main symptoms include redness and swelling around the umbilicus, with secretion leakage. Pay attention to the hygiene of the umbilical area, clean and disinfect regularly. Develop good living habits, pay attention to daily hygiene, and prevent infections from occurring. Also, be attentive to your baby’s changes, and seek medical treatment promptly if anything seems off.