Puss in the novel

2024-05-13 08:11:37
Hello dr,my baby is 17 days old, while bathing her umbilical cord detached from her novel,some amount of blood came from novelnow since 2 days puss is coming from the novel, should I consult pedestrian or it will heal by itself?
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Kindly consult with pic or video call so she can be started on antibiotics if required
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Little bit of whitish ooze and of blood may be normal also if no redness around the belly button
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Keep area dry for better healing

Answered2024-05-13 08:36:28

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Please visit Pediatrician

Answered2024-05-13 08:22:00

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Pus is something which needs attention and proper treatment. May require oral/topical antibiotics . Kindly consult online /offline .

Answered2024-05-13 08:16:19

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This requires examination.  Visit a local pediatrician

Answered2024-05-13 09:09:50

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Visit physically to nearby pediatrician.

Answered2024-05-13 08:25:40

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