Umbilical cord care

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Umbilical cord care

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My child is 20 days old and few days ago she was detected with umbilical sepsis...she had a five day treatmemt at the hospital and after discharge she has been advised to apply tbact ointment locally for 7 days after every 6 hours...acn i keep thecord area covered and how yo care for the cord...

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No need to do anything else..just keep the baby clean and apply medication as advised..in case of any redness or fever consult a pediatrician near you.

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