Question
What causes old navel bleeding in newborns?
Answer
Newborn navel bleeding may be due to incomplete sterilization during umbilical cord cutting or infection of the umbilical cord stump. Parents can take some simple precautions to prevent infection, such as applying gentian violet or iodine tincture. Additionally, maintaining a light diet, drinking plenty of water, and exposing the baby to sunlight more often can also contribute to the baby’s health.