#AskTheExpert is little bleeding from the naval normal after the umbilical cord dries out n falls off from a 12 days old newborn?

1 Answer

ExpertDr.Sabiha AnjumObstetrician and Gynaecologist2 years ago

A. it could be happening because of the crust getting lodged out but it is advisable that you consult your doctor if the bleeding is more. sometimes their could be a patent umbilical vein also

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