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Can a baby be infected by scratching himself up?
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Yes,of course: If there are bacteria on the nails. The major question is why is he so itchy? Sounds like atopia and that is caused by deficiency of certain fatty acids in the diet. See a nutritionist.
Answered 5/26/2012
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