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I have got Umbilical cord infection a few years back. Proper usage of homeopathy has cured it. But now the same problem has started again. Is there any way to cure it permanently? Without surgery?
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Hello....... Umbilical dermatitis is a common condition, with infection common in adults.associated with inadequate hygiene and deepening of umbilical cord caused by obesity. Local area is cleaned ,foreign body is removed and antibiotic is prescribed ,consult general physician....
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