After the baby is born, the hospital will cut off the umbilical cord and attach a professional care package to wait for the affected area to heal. But 26 days have passed and there is still secretion around the baby's belly button, which worries many parents. So what's the reason for the secretion in the navel of a 26 day old baby?
It may be a local infection, not only with secretions, but also with redness and swelling in the area. It may be due to the hot climate that the affected area has been unable to heal well. It is also possible that the infection was caused by accidentally touching water while bathing the baby. When taking care of the navel, pay attention to cleanliness and disinfect it daily with iodine, starting from the base of the navel. When there is excessive secretion, it should be cleaned up step by step.
In addition, when taking care of the navel, attention should be paid to local dryness. When changing diapers or taking a shower, do not wet or dirty it, otherwise it may cause local infection. And since the belly button is not good, don't give the baby diapers. Cover the belly button less every day when sleeping to make it drier.
If the navel does not improve for a long time and the baby is always crying, you should take him to the hospital for treatment. When seeking medical attention, it is important to follow the doctor's instructions, change dressing daily, and ensure that the affected area is dry. In a short period of time, do not give the baby a bath, and the indoor temperature should not be too high, so that the affected area can heal faster.
