My Daughter Is 8 Years 10 Months Old. Yeaterday I

Posted on Mon, 28 Jan 2019

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Question : my daughter is 8 years 10 months old. yeaterday i have observed small reddish bump. today i can see puss formed on it. she ia also complaining that its paining when we touch it. i have attached photo also. its on her left thigh(inner side).

Answered by Dr. Dr. Prasad J (4 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Folliculitis...

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

By the appearance it seems like folliculitis. It is an infected hair follicle. I would suggest using antiseptic cream like bactroban or clindac on the affected region. Clean the area with soap and water and then apply cream twice or thrice a day.

If the bump grows larger or if it becomes more painful, I will recommend to see a doctor. Oral medications may be prescribed then.

Hope this helps. Let me kn ow if you need clarifications.

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Prasad J (9 hours later)

hi Sir
thanks for the reply. Can i use T-Bac also??

Answered by Dr. Dr. Prasad J (12 hours later)

Brief Answer:
You can use T-bact

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

You can use T-bact instead of the other two. Note that if the problem aggravates she needs to see a doctor for local examination. Oral antibiotics will be prescribed accordingly.

I wish her a faster recovery. Let me know if you have any other questions.

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar