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Mom of a 7 yr 9 m old girl7 years ago

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how many times I can apply mupirocin ointment to belly button of my baby to control pus doctor said once can I apply more than once

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ExpertDr.Rasika ThosarPaediatric Intensivist7 years ago

A. hi good evening. better to consult with your doctor for examination and treatment for the same. avoid self or suggested medications it can be dangerous and may have deleterious side effects. always follow up with your doctor in person

Author of questionMom of a 7 yr 9 m old girl7 years ago

A. dr.rashika I am sorry for talking like that with u actually I am worried about my baby's umbilical problem I don't know why it is not cured till now

Sowmya MMom of a 12 yr 1 m old girl7 years ago

A. hi. it's enough as doctor said u can follow so if the puss is more or if you observe something else u can consult Ur pedratic & apply the ointment twice

Shikha kumarMom of 2 children7 years ago

A. Hello mam. Plz do as prescribed by doc

s madaanMom of a 10 yr 2 m old girl7 years ago

A. the number of times you doctor suggested will be enough for the baby because he has seen the baby of physically and also examine the baby properly and then only suggested any medication kindly trust your doctor

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