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My 4 yrs old son have frequent outburst of small boils sort of appearances with etching. generally they are seen on exposed parts. wt to do?
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Boil preventative : Apply antibiotic ointment to nostrils 4 times daily.Add several tablespoons of bleach to a bathtub of soapy water for bathing. Anti biotics as necessary.
Answered 4/20/2013
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