Hi Doctor, My Daughter Is Having Some Bruises On Her

Posted on Wed, 5 Dec 2018

Question: Hi Doctor,
My daughter is having some bruises on her leg. I am not sure about the cause.
I am attaching the image.
Someone suggested to use Neosporin ointment or powder but, I have not used anything as of now. Please suggest what shall we do?

Regards,
Ankur

Answered by Dr. Sumanth Amperayani (27 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
You can apply Neosporin twice a day for 3 days

Detailed Answer:
Hello, I have seen the image.
This looks like a minor scratch mark.
You can apply Neosporin ointment on this twice a day for 3 days.
Just make sure it is not an animal scratch.
Best regards - Dr Sumanth Amperayani

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj

Follow up: Dr. Sumanth Amperayani (8 hours later)

Hi Doctor,

Attaching image of one more mark/bruise. It was watery in the morning.
Can we apply Betadine lotion or Soframycin as we have them available at home? Please suggest.

Regards,
Ankur

Answered by Dr. Sumanth Amperayani (24 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Yes, you can use either one of them and same way

Detailed Answer:
Hello XXXXXXX YOu can apply Soframycin or Betadine - twice or thrice a day for 3 days.
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