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My son have boils

2017-08-08 12:27:22
My son of 18 month old have boils in his hands, legs, face. In mouth also he have some ulcer. When consulted a doctor was told it is viral infection. He had all his vaccinations. How do I confirm it's not chicken pox.
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It could be hand foot mouth disease,which is a viral infection,self healing. Apply calamine lotion on skin boils,orasep gel/lotion on mouth ulcers before meals. Use paracetamol for fever,if present.

Answered2017-08-11 05:22:24

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