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What Do Recurrent Boils On The Wrists Of A Toddler Indicate?
My son is 2 yrs old he keeps getting these boils in different locations on his wrists the one he s got now is huge and keeps reinflamming daily and needs too be cleaned out constantly. Is this common for children and what are some things that can be done to help prevent them from reoccurring? Thanks
Thu, 11 Jan 2018
Hello, my name is Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi. I understand your concern.
It can be due to a skin infection.
Some advices that I can give to you are :
-Applying warm compresses to the affected area on the child for 20 minutes at least 3–4 times a day may ease the discomfort and help encourage the boil to drain.
-Wash the affected area with antibacterial soap
-Apply some antibiotic ointment
-Apply a loose bandage
Hope my answer was helpful, if you have any other questions I'll be glad to help!
Regards,
Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
It can be due to a skin infection.
Some advices that I can give to you are :
-Applying warm compresses to the affected area on the child for 20 minutes at least 3–4 times a day may ease the discomfort and help encourage the boil to drain.
-Wash the affected area with antibacterial soap
-Apply some antibiotic ointment
-Apply a loose bandage
Hope my answer was helpful, if you have any other questions I'll be glad to help!
Regards,
Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
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