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What could cause painful, oozing eczema on my 5 year olds scalp? what should i do?
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Sign of Infection: Infection- visit primary doctor for any evidence of yellow crusting open lesions to make sure there is no underlying infection. These infections may be treated with either topical antibiotics such as bactroban (mupirocin) and may even need oral antibiotic course.
Answered 8/25/2016
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