25 What are the signs of infection? It is important to recognize the signs of infection of the stump. These include: » Redness of the base of the stump. » Bleeding from the stump. » Yellowish discharge or pus from the stump. » Foul smelling thin liquid discharge. » Baby cries when you touch the stump. If you notice any of these changes, you must consult your doctor. case you give the baby a bath, make sure to dry the stump completely; this must be done gently, without hard rubbing. Is it necessary to apply any medicine to the umbilical stump? It is better to let the stump dry naturally, by ensuring that the base of the stump is dry and exposing it to air as much as possible. If there are signs of infection, your doctor will ask you to apply medicine to the umbilical stump. Is it recommended to wrap a coin around the umbilicus once the stump has fallen off? There is a belief that by placing a coin on the umbilicus and tying it in place with a cloth, the umbilicus will remain inside and not pop out; this is not true. The umbilicus usually pops out due to muscle weakness, which corrects itself as the baby grows. The coin application does not serve any purpose and must be avoided.
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