#asktheexpert I have delivered a baby and the umbilical cord falls off after a week. but now after 20days I see some blood in that area. what to be done

1 Answer

ExpertDr.Sabiha AnjumObstetrician and Gynaecologist5 months ago

A. Hello dear parent Most of the time they will be Crusts in that area, which, when they get displaced might cause bleeding. But sometimes if there is an umbilical sinus, that could also be the reason and local infection is another reason.

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