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I have a two weeks / 16days old baby , the peg on her belly button fell off when she was 10days old . now the belly button does not seem to be healing and some yellowish substance comes out . could it be infected ?

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Dr. Al Hegab answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Could be: Better take her to the pediatrician for assessment, she is due for the routine 2 weeks baby visit anyhow, wish you both wellness

Dr Zimon and another doctor agreed

Answered 12/6/2018

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A member asked:

I have a two weeks / 16days old baby , the peg on her belly button fell off when she was 10days old . now the belly button does not seem to be healing and some yellowish substance comes out . could it be infected ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Al Hegab answered

Dr Zimon and another doctor agreed

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