1. Home
  2. Consult with a doctor
  3. Child Health Issues

  4. Need help regarding my infant. Doctor?

Need help regarding my infant

2018-03-04 13:21:55
My son is 8 months old and he is suffering from mata( chicken pox) and its been 5 days yet he havent recovered but his pimples bleeding water and my wife had put boro plus anticeptic cream to his face is there any problem in doing so or should i consult child doctor
23 Views

Answers (1)

Get your queries answered instantly with Practo AI FREE

50000+ health queries resolved in last month

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Your child of 8 months age definitely needs to be evaluated by child specialist, first to confirm, then to manage him.
Next Steps
For infant with suspected chickenpox, pediatric consultation is advisable

Answered2018-03-05 05:47:21

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Articles you may like

Self-Help Books: How to pick the one meant for you?

Ms.Nikita Vyas

As a Psychologist, I am often asked this question. “Which Self-help book is the best?”.Being a question of concern, I am ... Read more

When Is It Safe to Fly With My Baby?

Dr.Rushabh Mehta

It's best to wait until your baby is at least four to six weeks old. But if you really need to travel shortly after birt ... Read more

Know the Right Food for Your Infant & Child

Dr.Neeraj Gupta

The right approach to feeding your child is very important in the first year of life.For the 1st 4 months: Let your chil ... Read more

Oral Hygiene for Newborn and Infant

Dr.Rohan Bhatt

Good oral care begins when children are babies.You should clean your baby’s mouth after each feeding and spit up and for ... Read more

Do I Need a Night Guard?

Dr.Shruti Shanbhag

Bruxism (pronounced BRUK-sizm) is the medical term for forceful clenching and/or grinding of your teeth. It is considere ... Read more

Joint Pain - All You Need to Know

Dr.Manaan Gandhi

 The most comprehensive post on understanding and healing joint pain according to ayurveda by Dr. Manaan Gandhi.When mov ... Read more

Tell us what's troubling you

Want relief from cold & cough?

Consult Now

Down with fever or flu?

Consult Now

Stomach out of order?

Consult Now

Tired of clinic wait times?

Consult Now

Related Questions

My 5 months old son in fever

43559 Views
My 5 months old son is suffering from fever since last 12 day, he got fever in afternoon and fever at mid ...Read More

My 8 months old baby has 103.4 fever

12099 Views
My 8 months old baby has sevior cold, running nose and 103.4 degree temperature. We have given her Crocin ...Read More

My son is 3 months old ,

8126 Views
My son is 3 months old and his digestion is not proper. Whenever we feed him , he immediately vommit the ...Read More

8 months old coughing

6347 Views
My daughter is 8 months old. She would cough once in awhile. Currently, no medicine has been given. Pleas ...Read More

Mother of 45 days old infant

5524 Views
Hi doctor am mother of 45 days old infant . She wants to be breast fed almost every hour is it a problem ...Read More

My son 9 months old

160 Views
Hi Doctor My son is 9 months old now. He eats only curd rice and not other foods. If I give him ot ...Read More

8 months old baby holding breath

205 Views
My baby is now 8 months old, from last two weeks we see he sometimes holding his breath for 2-4 sec and t ...Read More

Query for 8 months old baby

196 Views
Hi Doctors, Please let me know if the two behaviours below are normal for my 8-month-old son or does it ...Read More

My son is 8 years old.

293 Views
He complained of dizziness and headache in school.Because of the pencil holding he complained of spasm in ...Read More

8 months old biting while nursing.

531 Views
My 8 months old who will turn 9 months after 10 days bites my nipple while nursing. His teeth are sharp o ...Read More
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.