Question
About three days ago, a baby developed a small skin breakout on the chin, initially thought to be a minor injury caused by clothing friction. However, over the next two days, the area of the breakout gradually expanded, and now we need to understand how to properly handle this issue.
Answer
Based on your description, the baby’s chin breakout may be a symptom of folliculitis, an infection caused by bacteria. To prevent the condition from worsening, it is recommended that you take the following measures:
- Avoid scratching the affected area to prevent the infection from spreading.
- Avoid consuming spicy or irritating food to avoid stimulating the area.
- Gently wipe the affected area with iodine tincture for disinfection.
- Apply Baiduyang Soft Cream (Mupirocin Soft Cream) externally for treatment. This is a commonly used antibiotic medication for treating skin infections. In addition, shock, calcium deficiency, and stomach discomfort may all be reasons for a child to cry at night. To alleviate these symptoms, you may consider using some traditional Chinese medicine preparations such as Fufang Jineijin Powder, Xingpi Yang’er Granules, Baobao’an, Xiao’er Jingfeng San, Longmu Zhuanggu Granules, and others. At the same time, giving the child some gentle massage can also help stabilize the child’s emotions.