Question
If a newborn develops an empyema, with obvious visible ulceration and purulent discharge in the oral cavity, is it treatable? How should the treatment be carried out?
Answer
The effectiveness of treating neonatal empyema depends on various factors. Purulent empyema is typically treated with regional anti-infection medications. Firstly, the regional skin lesions should be cleaned, and crusty blisters should be treated clean. The pathogen remains contagious for at least 10 to 14 days after infection, so isolation treatment is necessary to prevent the recurrence of the disease. Neonatal dermatitis of the extremities is often caused by skin infections, and it is recommended to prevent sepsis by administering antibiotics intravenously.