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Good day. i think my two year old son has a slight infection of his penis. the tip is a little red and he is complaining of a bit of pain. he is not circumcised. i have used some salt water to wash it. wanted to know if i should use any ointment.?
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Hard to guess: The pediatrician or family doctor who takes care of a toddler with irritated foreskin can advise on what to do. An exam is usually needed. If there is no discharge, sometimes some mild anti-yeast cream and some mild anti-bacteria cream can clear things up. The doctor might ask the parent to bring the cream and child in, to show how to best apply the cream. Sometimes a video consultation suffices.
Answered 9/20/2019
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