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Umbilical granuloma
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My doctor suggested to keep rock salt for umbilical granuloma. I did for 3 days it's been almost 10days and the belly looks like this.)please see the attached image) I see some clear discharge as well. Should I continue the salt treatment or will it get cured please answer
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Rock salt application is an effective and cheap method for umbilical granuloma. salt is applied over the granuloma and apply gauze for about 30 minutes- apply thrice daily. The size of the swelling decreases in 3 days.
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in your case if the swelling is not decreasing in size, u should review with your pediatrician.
application for silver nitrate ointment is another option.
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