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My 6 day old ripped off his umbilical cord. hes not bleeding or crying. should i call his doctor or what can i keep it clean with?
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should be fine vascularity to the stump as clotted off and closed down. Key thing is to keep it clean cleanse two times a day with half strength hydrogen peroxide or soap and water and apply antibiotic ointment.
Answered 5/3/2021
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It should be fine. Most comparative studies show no need for any special ointments or care beyond keeping it clean.
Answered 5/4/2021
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