Puss in belly button

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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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Dr. Harit Bansal

Pediatrician 17 yrs exp Sonipat

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

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Dr. Gaurav Gupta Pediatrician 24 yrs exp Mohali Consult Now · Accepted Answer

Dr. Gaurav Gupta

Pediatrician 24 yrs exp Mohali

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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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