my son is one week and 4 days old and there is some brownish colored discharge coming from his umbilical cord...is this normal or should i be worried?
2006-08-28 10:28:33 · 10 answers · asked by Christina M 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Other - Pregnancy & Parenting
yes it's very normal. just keep it cleaned and dried.
2006-08-28 10:32:03 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
When our daughter's cord was about to come off, there was some discharge. It was brownish and had a bit of an odor.
It sounds normal to me, but to be on the safe side I say call your pediatrician just to be sure.
2006-08-28 10:37:10 · answer #2 · answered by gonefornow 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't remember any discharge at all and my daughter's umbilical cord fell off at 8 days. It seems odd that you're baby still has his. Call your doctor and find out if it's okay.
2006-08-28 10:31:39 · answer #3 · answered by Precious 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
What are the signs of infection?
Consult your healthcare provider if:
• Your child develops a fever or appears unwell.
• The navel and the surrounding area become swollen or red.
• Pus appears at the base of the stump.
2006-09-01 01:44:16 · answer #4 · answered by la_femme0103 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, it's not normal! you're supposed to use alcohol swabs or let it air out alittle! fold over the top of the diaper. It's a sign of infection, and should be seen by a doctor. Oh yeah, good luck!;)
2006-08-28 10:38:33 · answer #5 · answered by tah-tah* 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Call the pediatrician and describe the situation, they may need you to bring the baby in to look at it. My son had something like it and the doc just cauterized it in the office.
2006-08-28 12:22:53 · answer #6 · answered by Lady X 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would think its blood drying up and comming out/off. To make sure it is okay check with your babys pediatrician.
2006-08-28 11:06:35 · answer #7 · answered by erinjl123456 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take your baby to the doctor or emergency room NOW!
2006-08-28 10:56:32 · answer #8 · answered by KK 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you should go to the dr's or hospital asap to get it checked out to be safe
2006-08-28 14:46:41 · answer #9 · answered by marriedw1 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
NO, it usually is a sign of infection. Please take the baby to a pediatrition.
2006-08-28 10:32:34 · answer #10 · answered by redhead 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋