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My 3yr old grazed below his eye on the corner of a table 3 mnth ago. it formed a scab which came off a bit on its own, a bit from him picking at it. now the skin underneath it which was mostly healed is flaring up red and puffy and there is a lump?

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

Evaluation : There may be a a secondary infection. Apply antibiotic ointment three times daily and watch for signs of worsening. Avoid scratching the area,keep the area clean until seen by your physician.

Dr Singh agreed

Answered 12/19/2019

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A member asked:

My 3yr old grazed below his eye on the corner of a table 3 mnth ago. it formed a scab which came off a bit on its own, a bit from him picking at it. now the skin underneath it which was mostly healed is flaring up red and puffy and there is a lump?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Dr Singh agreed

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