Successful treatment of umbilical granuloma in infants using topical application of common salt : a serial case report

Authors

  • Rendi Aji Prihaningtyas Department of Child Health, Dr. Soetomo General Academic Hospital, Surabaya, Indonesia , Department of Child Health, Faculty of Medicine - Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya, Indonesia
  • Zubaity Ardhanariswari Siti Hajar Islamic Hospital, Sidoarjo, Indonesia
  • Muji Retnaning Rini Siti Hajar Islamic Hospital, Sidoarjo, Indonesia
  • Muhammad Faizi Department of Child Health, Dr. Soetomo General Academic Hospital, Surabaya, Indonesia , Department of Child Health, Faculty of Medicine - Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya, Indonesia
Published 2025-06-18
Issue Vol. 16 No. 1 (2025): June 2025
Section Case Report
DOI: https://doi.org/10.30659/sainsmed.v16i1.35793
Keywords: Umbilical granuloma, Common salt, Infants, Pediatric treatment, Case series

Abstract

An umbilical granuloma is a small, granulation tissue-filled swelling at the base of the umbilicus,
commonly occurring in newborns. Various treatment options are available, including the topical
application of common salt; however, its availability varies across healthcare facilities, and the most
effective method remains uncertain. This serial case report describes infants presenting with umbilical
masses accompanied by discharge. Physical examination revealed a flesh-like, protruding mass from
the umbilicus, associated with yellowish and reddish discharge and surrounding normal skin. The
granuloma was resolved entirely through the topical application of common salt. Our findings suggest
that common salt is an effective, simple, and inexpensive treatment for umbilical granuloma. With
regular monitoring, this approach could serve as a viable alternative to more advanced therapies.

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Prihaningtyas, R. A., Ardhanariswari, Z., Rini, M. R., & Faizi, M. (2025). Successful treatment of umbilical granuloma in infants using topical application of common salt : a serial case report. Sains Medika: Jurnal Kedokteran Dan Kesehatan, 16(1), 44-47. https://doi.org/10.30659/sainsmed.v16i1.35793

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