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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

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Dr. Manoj I. J. Pediatrician 19 yrs exp Bangalore · Accepted Answer

Dr. Manoj I. J.

Pediatrician 19 yrs exp Bangalore

Your child of 8 months age definitely needs to be evaluated by child specialist, first to confirm, then to manage him.

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For infant with suspected chickenpox, pediatric consultation is advisable

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