Inquiry
The newborn was discharged from the hospital 3 days after birth. Following the doctor’s instructions, the umbilical cord was cleaned with iodine alcohol once a day. A black scab was found on the umbilical cord, and the inquiry is whether this black substance should be wiped off and whether this condition will affect the baby.
Answer
Upon careful observation of the baby’s umbilical cord, no signs of infection were found. The black scab should not be removed; it should be allowed to fall off naturally. Keeping the skin around the umbilical cord clean and dry is sufficient. The above suggestions are for the question of “Following the doctor’s instructions, clean the umbilical cord with iodine alcohol once a day after the newborn is discharged from the hospital 3 days after birth.” I hope this helps you, and wish you and your baby good health!