Is It Normal for a Newborn to Have a White Flesh Lump After the Umbilical Cord Falls Off?

After a newborn’s umbilical cord falls off, if a white flesh lump is found, it may be an abscess with signs of infection. It is recommended to thoroughly disinfect the umbilical cord area with a cotton swab, ensuring that the disinfection is done thoroughly as the umbilical cord area lacks sensation and the child will not feel pain. When bathing the child, avoid getting water in the umbilical pouch to prevent infection. At the same time, when using diapers, be careful not to cover the umbilical pouch to maintain ventilation.
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Is It Normal for a Newborn to Not Have Jaundice at Birth?

The newborn did not have jaundice at birth, but 28 days later, the child’s white eyes became yellowish and persisted for several days. Today, after a urine test at the hospital, the doctor only informed that the jaundice index was high and that blue light therapy was needed. I would like to ask if the jaundice value is indeed very high and if hospitalization or other medication treatments are necessary.
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