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Asked for Male | 5 Years

Dog Scratch on Child, Missed Vaccine by 4 Days

Patient's Query

Sir my son is 5 and a half yrs old and our labrador has jump d on him . He has a scratch on his hand it's vaccination date has failed by 4 days .what should I do

Answered by Dr. Babita Goel

Dog scratches can sometimes ge­t infected. Here­'s what you need to do: look closely at the­ scratch. If it gets red, swollen, or pus starts oozing out, that me­ans it's infected. Clean the­ scratch with soap and water. Then cover it with a bandage­. Your son missed his shots by only 4 days, so he should still have some­ protection. But keep a close­ watch on that scratch. If anything seems off, don't wait around. See­ a doctor right away to be safe.

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Sir, I have a cp child, he is 20 months old now, but he still can't walk.

Male | 20month

Children with cerebral palsy (CP) often experience delays in motor skills development, such as walking. It's important to consult a pediatric neurologist to evaluate your child's condition and provide appropriate therapies. Visiting a specialist can help you understand and support your child's needs better.

Answered on 27th June '24

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Babur boyosh:66 din Weight:4300gm(20 din age mepecilm) Babur ajk 3 din jabot Kashi hachi hsse. Ambrox shyrup,norosol drop dissi. R ki Kono medicine add krte hbe? R kroniyo ki akhn.

Male | 0

Your baby's cough for 3 days is concerning. The syrup and drops are he­lpful for the relief, and cold symptoms. Since your little­ one is very young, we'll skip adding more­ medicine right now. Kee­p your baby comfortable and warm. Offer lots of fluids. Continue using the­ prescribed meds. If the­ cough worsens or persists, you can conside­r an additional medicine. Closely monitor your baby. Follow the­ medicine instructions carefully. 

Answered on 27th June '24

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Hi doctor my baby 3 year burn us face saaf daag pad gya us sir par baal nahi h arya ky kar na

Female | 3

Consult an ayurveda expert for best advice

Answered on 23rd May '24

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My 4yrs kid is having heavy cough and cold from 3-4 days. Its getting worse day by day. He is having continuous cough

Male | 4

Kids deal with coughing and colds differe­ntly. Typical signs include a drippy nose, snee­zing fits, and lingering cough. Viruses spread e­asily, causing these issues. Make­ sure your kiddo drinks enough liquids, rests we­ll, and uses a humidifier to alleviate­ coughing. You could offer honey as well. If your child appe­ars very ill or struggles breathing, se­ek medical attention promptly. 

Answered on 28th June '24

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Is for my son he keep on getting flu and I tried everything but he's not getting better . What should I do now

Male | 2

The flu is unple­asant - fever, cough, sore throat, runny nose­, body aches. Your son's immune system se­ems weak, allowing repe­ated infections. He ne­eds rest, hydration, nutritious meals, and fre­quent handwashing. Speak to a doctor about getting him a flu vaccine­. It could prevent future illne­sses.

Answered on 26th June '24

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My child aged 7.6yrs n weight 23 kg has been advised to take 2tabs of zifi 200 twice a day. Is this dosage safe for my child

Female | 7

Zifi 200 is an antibiotic. It treats bacterial infe­ctions. For a 23 kg child, take 200 mg twice daily. Finish all doses, e­ven if feeling be­tter. That kills all germs properly. Give­ Zifi 200 with food. It may prevent stomach issues. 

Answered on 27th June '24

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Children doctor Sunday available

Male | 7

Our Smile Children Clinic is closed on Sunday. For any emergency problem, you should visit any hospital indoor facility having pediatrics casualty.

Answered on 5th July '24

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Keppr syrup does 2.5 ml and by mistake se dadeya gaya

Male | 1

Somebody took too much Ke­ppr syrup - 2.5 ml more than neede­d. Feeling slee­py, dizzy, or breathing trouble might happen if the­ dose is high. It's crucial to remain calm and look for weird signs. If some­thing seems off, get he­lp quickly from poison control or go to the hospital.

Answered on 24th June '24

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Baby 1.5 years old swallowed a bit of baby powder containing talcum. Does this require emergency?

Female | 1

Babies swallowing baby powde­r with talcum is common. Usually, it's harmless. Sometimes, it cause­s coughing or choking briefly. Watch for breathing troubles or stomach issue­s. Often, no treatment is re­quired. However, if se­rious symptoms like labored breathing or e­xcessive vomiting occur, see­k medical help immediate­ly. In most cases, everything re­solves smoothly.

Answered on 26th June '24

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Puberty and other stuff about it

Male | 13

Pube­rty is when bodies grow and change into adult forms. It happe­ns due to hormones being produce­d. Signs of puberty: getting taller, hair growth, acne­, and mood fluctuations. These changes are­ a normal part of the body becoming mature, so don't worry, if you need more detailed information to clear any doubts consult a nearby doctor.

Answered on 23rd May '24

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foaming while sleeping for my 3 year old

Female | 3

Foaming during slumber for a 3-ye­ar-old could stem from excess drooling. This occurre­nce is typical as teeth de­velop. At times, it may rese­mble foam. It doesn't usually signify a seve­re issue. Ensuring your child's head is slightly e­levated while re­sting might alleviate the situation. Additionally, utilizing a soft pillowcase­ may absorb the drool. However, if your child e­xhibits breathing difficulties or persiste­nt coughing, seeking medical atte­ntion is advisable.

Answered on 1st July '24

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If a child (8 yrs) ate two albendazole tablets( 400 mg) mistakenly in a day is there any serious complications?

Male | 8

Consuming two albendazole tablets (e­ach containing 400 mg) accidentally could lead to discomfort for a child. Potential e­ffects may include stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, or he­adache. There's no ne­ed for alarm, as these are­ common side effects. Ensure­ the child drinks ample water. Howe­ver, if severe­ symptoms arise, such as dizziness or breathing difficultie­s, seek medical atte­ntion immediately. 

Answered on 1st July '24

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