Boil like structure under arm pit of bab

2020-04-15 09:50:37
Hello Doc, My baby has a white pimple like structure under his left arm pit since a month now. We thought it to go of its own and didn't consult earlier a doc for d same. Please check the attached picture and let me know what it is and what can be applied. Thanks in advance.
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If single and not increasing in size, no medication. Just maintain hygiene...
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u may use T-bact if there is associated redness or increasing in size and oral antibiotic if multiple...

Answered2020-04-15 15:24:48

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It's a pustule, since it's single can apply mupirocin ointment,no oral medication required
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If it increases in size or increases in number consult pediatrician

Answered2020-04-15 10:08:28

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This looks like a small pustule If there is no pain you can ignore it . Wash well with soap and water and apply T- Bact ointment once a day

Answered2020-04-15 10:04:40

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