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Redness in eye

2020-09-12 16:17:39
Hi, my 06 months old baby boy has a bit redness at the corner of left eye...I don't know what could be the reason for it. If someone can suggest eye drop for same...I have Dexcin and Itone but I am not sure whether may I use it or not ...
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Can you please answer whether your child has any discharge and if i could see the redness through some picture a better diagnosis can be formed
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Stop dexcin as it is a steroid and if there is an infection it will flare up Share more details
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Never use over the counter drugs as they may be dangerous

Answered2020-09-12 18:14:54

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Hi Dexcin is a steroid eyedrops and shouldn't be used without doctor's prescription/consult Pl opt for a physical checkup of the baby by a nearby ophthalmologist .

Answered2020-09-12 16:36:47

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