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Puss in belly button

2019-09-03 07:39:51
My daughter is 31 days old.. There is puss in her belly button. What can I do for that? Do I need to apply any ointment? Please advise.
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This looks like umbilical granuloma, If watery discharge, Check with your pediatrician if simple salt application will help.
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Answered2019-09-03 10:42:36

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Clean it with doctor spirit thrice a day apply Neosporin powder and visit pediatrician immediately

Answered2019-09-03 07:41:50

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