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A member asked:
My 2 weeks navel is a bit raw though the cord is detached. do i cover it or leave it exposed to heal faster. i apply surgical spirit regularly to prevent infections.
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Exposed: The surgical spirit & exposure to air should help it dry/heal. If there appears to be a sore within the site the doc may need to apply a silver nitrate to it to speed healing.Most will heal if you continue what you are doing and leave it open to air out.
Answered 4/6/2020
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