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Scalding on 1.5 yr old baby

2025-03-08 17:19:17
Attached is day 2 pic of scalding of 1.5 year old baby. We were prescribed augmentin dds for 5 days 2.5 ml twice a day. Our paed said it is precautionary and  over use of drug as recently we gave Azithromycin for cold cough ( 3 days) Please suggest if augementin can be given for 3 days? Or should we do 5 days?
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It needs specific antibiotics.. for details do direct online consultation

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Continue for the recommended duration

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Kindly consult online for further examination and proper treatment

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5 days

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription & guidance.

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