Suggest Treatment For Swollen And Bruised Cheeks

Posted on Sun, 2 Aug 2015

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Sun, 2 Aug 2015 Answered on

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Question : Three year old banged his cheek on a windshield and its swollen and bruised and now appears to have a dimple on cheek?

Answered by Dr. Muhammad Hanif (12 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Follow the suggestions below.

Detailed Answer:
Dr. Hanif warmly Welcomes you!

Thanks for consulting at my virtual clinic. I have carefully worked through your case, and can realize your health worries. Being your physician, I will take care all of your medical concerns.

I feel sorry for the kid. But don't get panic. Start the treatment and he will be alright.

Give him Infant Tylenol by mouth. Apply Triple Antibiotic Ointment available Over the counter. It will reduce swelling and pain of inflammation and will prevent infection at the site of the bruise.

Apply heat to soothe the baby. Keep a good diet and keep his fever checked regularly. If you feel something not under control, take the kid to the Pediatrician. Also make sure from the pediatrician if he has got all the vaccinations especially for tetanus.If not, go for a catch up vaccination.

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