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Baby skin problem – boils for 3 weeks
Hello Doctor,
I have attached the photo of my 1.5-year-old baby boy’s skin condition.
He has been having boils on his body (face, hands, feet, and on head) for the past 23 days. They are very itchy, and he scratches a lot, which makes him irritable.
There is no fever. Some boils look like small raised bumps.
Could you please check the photo and advise:
What could be the cause?
Is this an infection or an allergy?
What treatment is safe for his age?
Thank you.
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Hi there fellow Bengalurean....
At the outset, do not worry.
Since it's a child this young, more detailed history and information ℹ️ on the issue needs to be ellicited.
It looks more like an allergy than an infection.
A lot of safe treatments exist for this issue given his age.
However, it is best you connect directly for a more detailed discussion and a tailor made action plan and management of this condition. It will require a long term vision and management but I assure you it is not anything serious at first glance 🙏
A good option to save time and avoid traffic 🚦 snarls is to connect via this App's INSTANT ONLINE Consultation..or indeed on any other Online App eg Apollo 24/7, DocOnline , I-clinique etc as per your comfort levels and preference.
Good Luck 🍀 and Godspeed.
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Avoid oil massages and home remedies, OTC products, self medication and Google suggestions 🙏
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Is there any history of fever/itching/fluid filled lesions?
Present on any other site?
Kindly share a clear picture in good lighting of affected area
Also detailed medical history needs to be assessed before starting you on your treatment
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Avoid any OTC topicals
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Don't worry... child suffering from atopic dermatitis causing this problem... Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription
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Dr. Rashmi Naldeega
Aesthetic Dermatologist
12 yrs exp
Delhi
Kindly consult online for further examination and proper treatment
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Dr. Sonia Tekchandani
Dermatologist
40 yrs exp
Mumbai
Hello, you can do online consultation with Doctor.Need to take detailed history with proper evaluation.Will prescribe medication accordingly. Please share photos of the concerned areas.
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Dr. Arpita
Dermatologist
15 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required..
Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription & guidance.
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