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Neosporin powder for umbilical chord
Can I use neosporin powder for my 10 day old baby's umbilical chord,her chord fell and it seems dry,Is there any side effects for the same
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Dr. Vidya Dhandapani
Pediatrician
7 yrs exp
Guwahati
If the site is dry not needed, after bathing you can pat dry the area and apply neosporin for 3 days more than that is not needed if it is fully dry.
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In case there is any discharge or swelling or smell from the umblical area then seek Pediatrician's advice
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