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Suggest Treatment For Oozing Sores On Ankles Of A Child

a child who I was caring for since 2 months old has g6pd. The court has awarded him to birth mother, he is now 2 years and 3 months old. He has now 2 large sores that are leaking above ankles and red spot on his cheek along with dry pimples on arms and legs. when we my wife and myself were caring for him we watched his diet and gave him all the proper vitamins and meds he needed. skin was clear and he was robust mentally and phisically, now he is a shell of himself . We live in a third world country and the laws are specific that mothers rite is supreme over child. Until I can get him to a doctor soon after convincing the mother what can I do to help his skin discomfort.
Wed, 19 Nov 2014
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He should not wait to get to a doctor. It sounds like he has a staph infection which could spread to the rest of the body and the blood steam if not treated promptly. When you do take him to the doctor, mention that he is a “shell” of his former self and you are concerned about possible neglect on the part of his mother. If there is a child protective service where you are, they should be contacted and asked to look into the home situation as well as have medical review of the child’s condition, especially as it relates to deterioration in level of health and well being. Even though the mother’s rights are strong, there must certainly be a mechanism for protecting this child while mother receives help in becoming a proper parent. Advocate for the child and do not fear the mother’s anger. When all is said and done, she will thank you.
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Suggest Treatment For Oozing Sores On Ankles Of A Child

He should not wait to get to a doctor. It sounds like he has a staph infection which could spread to the rest of the body and the blood steam if not treated promptly. When you do take him to the doctor, mention that he is a “shell” of his former self and you are concerned about possible neglect on the part of his mother. If there is a child protective service where you are, they should be contacted and asked to look into the home situation as well as have medical review of the child’s condition, especially as it relates to deterioration in level of health and well being. Even though the mother’s rights are strong, there must certainly be a mechanism for protecting this child while mother receives help in becoming a proper parent. Advocate for the child and do not fear the mother’s anger. When all is said and done, she will thank you.