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Small infection in ear
Hi Doctor, I have attached my daughters ear image.I wear small plastic stud for my daughter. Now she is infected and redness in ear. I removed the stud. Shall I apply any ointment?
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That's looks like a local skin infection, nothing to worry. Local application of antibacterial ointment like suggested (Mupirocin) twice or thrice a day and keeping that area dry and clear would suffice.
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Local antibacterial ointment application
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Keep an eye if there's any worsening of the infection - spreading, pus discharge, increased redness, excessive pain, fever etc..
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It's Sheer Cruelty To Get Her Ears Pierced .
Has Developed Contact Dermatitis .
Shall Settle Down Without Treatment Or You May Try Mild Betnovate Cream .
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totally understand your concern. Before suggesting treatment, I would like to ask a few questions to ensure the correct management can be provided.
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Dr. G. Avinash MBBS, MD (Pediatrics) Fellowship in Neonatology
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You can apply mupimet or t bact( mupirocin ointment) 2-3 times daily for 5 days.
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Consult online
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Good morning, better take an consultation with near by ENT doctor. I look like allergic. Don’t apply any medicine without consultation. Thank you
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Greetings
U can use
T bact oilntment three times a day 5 days
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Dr. Sachin Pariskar
Pediatrician
9 yrs exp
Pune
Kindly show once physically to nearby pediatrician
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Dr. Venkatesh Badugu
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9 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Yes apply
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Dr. Tangade Vishal Bhanudas
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4 yrs exp
Pune
Use t bact ointment.
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Dr. Jay Gajjar
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6 yrs exp
Surat
Should use antiseptic ointment
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