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A member asked:
How can i tell if the umbilical cord is infected? my baby is 11 days old it's dry outside but inside look a little watery n yellow w blood no odor.
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Redness/swelling: If the skin surrounding the site is red ,thickened or swollen, it is likely infected & needs to be seen immediately.Odd smells or drainage is not unusual when the cord is finally separating from the stump.Rinsing the area with rubbing alcohol can help it dry faster & finish healing. If concerned, call the doc's office.
Answered 9/16/2020
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