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My 3 month old son has white pus around his finger and it's red around the pus. what should i do.?
2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Warm compressors: but may need to be drained if swelling worsens or pain is a main issue
Answered 2/3/2015
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See Your Doctor NOW: Your description suggests an infection of the skin called Cellulitis. Given your son's young age, this can be potentially very serious as this type of infection can spread locally or become blood-borne. Antibiotic treatment is required. Your baby should be seen urgently. See your doctor NOW or go to an emergency room for prompt assessment and treatment.
Answered 2/3/2015
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