This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: All India exam, Subject name: Pediatrics
After 3 days of bih, the base of the umbilical cord is red and swollen. It indicates 
Select and explain. 
A. Normal phenomenon, B. CHF, C. Infection, D. Clotting factor deficiency
C: Infection
Answer: C: Infection 
Explanation: Redness or edema at the base of umbilical cord indicate inflammatory changes and infectionIt is called as omphalitis(Refer: Nelson's Textbook of Pediatrics, SAE, 1st edition, pg no. 890, 811)