#asktheexpert Hi Doctor, my baby umbilical cord falling off around 17th day, belly button seems to be fine. but a small amount tissue is on the belly button. is this umbilical granuloma? if yes do we need to treat it ?

3 Answers

Dr Vandan H KumarFather of a 7 yr 4 m old boy3 years ago

A. umbilical granuloma / umbilical polyp they are usually remnants of umbilicus post delivery. usually does not require any type of major treatment except neosporine powder applicatifon or t-bact cream application and maintenance of hygiene and proper cleanliness. if itf continues to persist beyond 6 months of age requires surgical intervention like quarterization or ligation removal

Author of questionMom of a 3 yr 4 m old boy3 years ago

A. hey here is the pic attached below

AbhayaMom of a 15 yr 8 m old boy3 years ago

A. Hi mom It would be better if you post the pic of the naval. It would then be easy to answer ur question. please post the fresh query so that we can help you and solve your problem..Take care and all the best

SIMILAR QUESTIONS

Mom of a 6 m old girl

Q. Hi doctor, My daughter is now 7 months old. Her umbilical cord fell on 10 days after birth. But a small portion of the umbilical cord is still on her belly button and is black in colour.Her belly button looks normal. What may be the reason that the portion still remains in her belly button?