Umbilical Granuloma Excision
Umbilical Granuloma Excision Treatment

Treatment Range Hospital in Hyderabad offers specialized care for infants requiring Umbilical Granuloma Excision — a minor surgical procedure to remove excess tissue that may develop around a newborn’s belly button after the umbilical cord falls off. Our pediatric surgeons provide gentle, safe, and effective treatment in a clean, baby-friendly environment, ensuring a smooth and comfortable experience for both infants and parents.
Umbilical granulomas are common and typically present as small, moist pink or red growths at the navel. At Treatment Range Hospital, we use evidence-based techniques including silver nitrate application or surgical excision when needed. Our pediatric team carefully evaluates each case and provides tailored treatment along with guidance for proper aftercare to ensure fast healing and prevent infection.
If you’re looking for trusted umbilical granuloma treatment in Hyderabad, Treatment Range Hospital is known for its experienced pediatric specialists, state-of-the-art care, and warm, family-focused approach. We prioritize your baby’s health and safety at every step, making us one of the most recommended hospitals for infant surgical care in the city.
- Your 6 - Phase health Process
Your Complete Umbilical Granuloma Excision Journey
🔵 Phase 1: Symptoms Identification
- Small, red or pink lump in the baby’s navel (after cord falls off)
- Occasional clear or yellowish discharge
- No pain or fever — typically not infected
- Doesn’t respond to routine cleaning or drying
- Persists beyond 1–2 weeks after cord stump detachment
🩺 Phase 2: OPD Consultation with Pediatric Surgeon
- Physical examination of the umbilical area
- Review of baby’s birth and postnatal history
- Initial conservative treatment may be attempted (e.g., salt application, silver nitrate)
- Surgery considered if non-surgical treatments fail or if granuloma is large
🧬 Phase 3: Causes (Etiology)
- Incomplete healing of the umbilical stump
- Overgrowth of capillary tissue (granulation tissue)
- Common in newborns, especially in warm, moist environments
- Often due to mild irritation or delayed drying of cord area
🔍 Phase 4: Diagnosis & Surgical Planning
- Diagnosis is clinical — no blood tests or imaging usually needed
- Minor outpatient procedure scheduled if lesion persists
- Ideal timing: after 1–2 weeks of conservative care with no improvement
- Parents counseled on procedure steps and aftercare
✂️ Phase 5: Treatment (Umbilical Granuloma Excision)
- Granuloma gently excised under local anesthesia (or topical numbing cream)
- Procedure takes 10–15 minutes
- Minimal bleeding — cauterization or silver nitrate may be used to control it
- Performed in outpatient clinic; no stitches usually needed
- Baby is monitored briefly post-procedure and discharged same day
💪 Phase 6: Post-Procedure Care & Recovery
- Keep the area clean and dry
- Antiseptic cream or ointment may be prescribed
- No special rest needed — baby can feed and move normally
- Follow-up in 1–2 weeks to ensure healing
- Full healing expected in 7–10 days with minimal scarring
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- An umbilical granuloma is a small, moist, pinkish-red lump of tissue that can develop at a baby’s belly button after the umbilical cord falls off.
- It may produce a small amount of discharge but is usually painless and non-infectious.
- It is diagnosed by visual inspection during a physical exam by a pediatrician or pediatric surgeon.
- No imaging or blood tests are usually needed.
- In many cases, it is first treated conservatively using salt application or silver nitrate cauterization.
- If it does not respond, a minor excision procedure may be recommended.
- It is a quick outpatient procedure in which the granuloma is removed using sterile instruments.
- It may involve a small amount of cauterization to prevent recurrence.
- If you notice swelling, redness, persistent bleeding, or foul-smelling discharge from the navel.
- Or if your baby seems unusually irritable or develops a fever.