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This happens on my 5 months old baby what is this thing . Can it grow or is it dangerous kindly elaborate
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Don't worry...you are suffering from atopic dermatitis causing this patch... Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription
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Can be a bacterial or fungal infection. The picture isn’t very clear. Please visit or consult a dermatologist online for proper history and diagnosis for further treatment.
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Dont use harsh soaps and Dettol over the skin. Use mild baby soap to clean it and keep the area dry.
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Please visit dermatologist ..rather visiting pediatrician …it looks like scabies , impetigo etc ..can confirm by dermatologist
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Could be bacterial infection of skin . However , need proper history for diagnosis.
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Kindly consult Dermatologist online for proper treatment.
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You can apply antibacterial ointments like Fudic cream .
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Dr. Palak Deshmukh
Dermatologist
14 yrs exp
Pune
It may be bacterial infection. However it better to consult for better diagnosis and management.
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Dr. Hitesh Viradiya
Dermatologist
9 yrs exp
Surat
Seems infective etiology
Specific treatment available for complete cure
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Kindly do direct online consultations for detailed information
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Dr. Shaily Agrawal
Dermatologist
6 yrs exp
Gondia
Looks like an allergic reaction. Can be due to insect bite or some topical application.
Proper treatment should be taken after confirming diagnosis.
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Kindly consult online for proper management.
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Avoid self medication. You can apply moisturiser or topical antibiotic cream over there till then.
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Dr. Rajesh L Pathi
Dermatologist
9 yrs exp
Bangalore
Take consultation and discuss in detail
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Dr. Moin Ahmad Siddiqui
Dermatologist
6 yrs exp
Lucknow
Looks like infection
Use T bact ointment
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Dr. Rashmi Nandwana
Dermatologist
18 yrs exp
Noida
Kindly consult online for proper treatment and guidance.
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Dr. Arpita
Dermatologist
14 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
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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