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Good day. my 5 week old baby has an eye infection. how can i treat it?
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Have her seen: Some of these are just debris in the tear duct that can be wiped away. Artificial tears, eye drops can act as an eye wash. However, if the lids are red and swollen an evaluation for prescription meds is worthwhile. If you call in they can decide if you need to come in.
Answered 4/30/2018
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