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What Does Pus On Finger Of Toddler Mean?

Hello there. Just this morning, I discovered a pus on my 5 month s middle finger (just like when you get ingrown). I suspect a slight tear on the skin may have caused it while nail clipping. We went to the doctor and he prescribed Mupicin and Amoxycilin (100mg/ml) 3 times a day for 7 days. Would taking antibiotics hurt my baby? Can we not just wait for it to heal by itself? or would topical cream be sufficient? Thanks in advance.
Thu, 28 Dec 2017
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hi..
as per your concerns , what is not clear is the exact site of discharge , is there a nail swelling, is there any redness, any discomfort in the baby, or any lethargy associated with fever, how frequent is he discharge and how big is the injury/wound?

usually mupirocin ointment is the topical antibiotic used in such situations but if shown to a doctor and amoxicillin was given is maybe for prophylactic measure which would help in healing . do not worry no issues as such for you to worry about:)
just make sure u feed the baby well . keep the are under good hygiene .
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What Does Pus On Finger Of Toddler Mean?

hi.. as per your concerns , what is not clear is the exact site of discharge , is there a nail swelling, is there any redness, any discomfort in the baby, or any lethargy associated with fever, how frequent is he discharge and how big is the injury/wound? usually mupirocin ointment is the topical antibiotic used in such situations but if shown to a doctor and amoxicillin was given is maybe for prophylactic measure which would help in healing . do not worry no issues as such for you to worry about:) just make sure u feed the baby well . keep the are under good hygiene .