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2021-09-15 14:21:06
I have cut my 2 month old baby's finger nails little deep and blood came out. Bleeding stopped in few mins but I am worried how long does it take to heal and any other measures to prevent infection. Please advise
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Relax, no worry. Always use baby nailcutter..use soramycinontment.

Answered2021-09-16 04:10:23

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If you feel there is a wound, you can apply mupiricon ointment. Otherwise all wounds will heal in two to three days. Don't worry. Keep the area clean

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Nothing to worry..try mupirocin ointment for local application
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get vaccinated according to age

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