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Is it ok to use hydrogen peroxide to clean my newborns umbilical cord if its hanging off with a little yellow still inside? it also has a odor
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Yes you can: You can use Hydrogen Peroxide or Alcohol to clean the umblical cord of new born
Answered 9/16/2020
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Yes: Peroxide can be helpful if used correctly. Direct application followed by drying the area is a good way to kill staph germs and rinse the area.Peroxide turns to water as it bubbles off oxygen.If you leave it wet the area becomes soggy and interferes with the drying that needs to take place.Rubbing alcohol is also helpful and has a natural drying effect as it evaporates after application.
Answered 9/16/2020
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