During pregnancy, the nutrients and oxygen needed by the fetus are delivered through the umbilical cord and placenta. After the babies are born, the first step is to cut the umbilical cord. If the umbilical cord is cut too late, it can cause harm to the newborn. So, what are the dangers of not cutting the umbilical cord in time?
At the time of birth, the umbilical cord must be cut immediately and wrapped with gauze. If the umbilical cord is not cut in time, it may cause some diseases, such as increased red blood cells and hyperbilirubinemia, which are very harmful to the health of children and can lead to death in severe cases.
When a child is born, cutting the umbilical cord is a very important task and must be done as soon as possible. If the umbilical cord of a newborn is exposed to the environment for a long time, it can cause a decrease in the baby's body temperature, and low temperatures can easily lead to brain damage in children.
Usually, as soon as a child is born, the doctor will cut the umbilical cord, but there will still be a small section of the umbilical cord left in the baby's abdomen, which will dry up and fall off later. Parents must take good care of their children's belly button area, try not to get it wet, and disinfect it every day. If a child's navel is found to be red, swollen, or inflamed, it is important to seek medical treatment as soon as possible. The doctor will provide anti-inflammatory treatment for the baby.
