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Suggest Treatment For Liquid Oozing From Umbilical Cord In Babies
Question My 6 month old son has a naval point which is leaking a liquid which dries out to a white colour. The problem has persisted for 3 weeks and the baby has already been treated for infection with an antibiotic, but this did not help. Presently suspected is gall bladder complications. The general condition of the baby is normal except for this liquid coming out of his umbilical cord. Your advise on this will be very helpful.
Tue, 9 Feb 2016
Good morning my dear ---your son most likely has a connection which was present in the embroyo which normally closes but can persist sometimes.This is called the omphalomesentric duct ----it can be a sinus,a cyst or a fistula---can be in connection with any internal organ and can sometimes contain a lining similar to stomach or intestine .
Best is to check wit a pediatric surgeon who will make some ultrasound images and may give relief by surgically excising the connection.antibiotics alone may not heal and there will be recurrent discharge fronm the site.
Best is to check wit a pediatric surgeon who will make some ultrasound images and may give relief by surgically excising the connection.antibiotics alone may not heal and there will be recurrent discharge fronm the site.
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