Question
After 20 days of birth, the neonate’s umbilical cord has not yet fallen off. Is this a normal phenomenon? Is the child’s frequent crying a sign that it is about to detach?
Answer
The neonate’s umbilical cord typically falls off within 7 to 15 days after birth. However, if it has not yet fallen off, it should not be forcibly moved, and it should be allowed to fall off naturally. Pay attention to whether there is any liquid leakage or inflammation in the area; if so, use alcohol to disinfect and apply medication such as Baiduanbang for treatment. As for the child’s crying, it may be caused by various reasons. If there is no abnormality at the umbilical cord site, it is not necessarily due to this reason. Wishing the child a healthy growth.