Question
My baby has been frequently rubbing his eyes since yesterday, and I noticed red dots around his eyes. I applied some Erythromycin eye ointment, but the redness is still there today. He had a slight fever two days ago. What could be the cause?
Answer
Based on your description, the child may have developed inflammation around the eyes due to a cold or fever, or from rubbing the eyes and causing capillary rupture. It is recommended to ensure the child gets enough rest, drinks plenty of water, avoids eye rubbing, and consumes cooling foods such as seaweed soup and vegetables. If this is due to inflammation, Erythromycin eye ointment can be used. If it’s a skin break, it usually doesn’t require medication and will absorb naturally within about two weeks.