Question
The two-year-old baby accidentally bites their lower lip, with lacerations on the inside and outside, no treatment has been administered. The baby took Azithromycin in the evening, and they are asking whether they need to go to the hospital for stitches.
Answer
Based on the description, the baby’s lip lacerations are quite large and extend to both the inside and outside. It is recommended to visit the outpatient department of surgery as soon as possible for examination. There may be a need for debridement and suturing with ophthalmic sutures or dissolvable sutures.