Girls, the newborn has had one eye discharging pus for two weeks, poss…

Girls, the newborn has had one eye discharging pus for two weeks, possibly from tears. How should I apply tetracycline ointment? Or what else should I do?

❤️ 0 likes 💬 6 replies

Replies from moms 6

Supermoms

If a newborn baby has a pus-filled eye, it can be caused by various reasons, including infection or blockage of the tear ducts. In any case, it is important to consult a doctor to get an accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment. If the doctor recommends tetracycline ointment, follow his instructions for its use. Usually, the ointment is applied to the lower eyelid, carefully spreading it over the entire surface of the eye. It is important to remember hand hygiene before and after the procedure to avoid infection. Additionally, you can use clean cotton pads moistened with warm water to thoroughly clean the corner of the eye and remove pus discharge. It is important to be very careful and gentle to avoid damaging the eye or further infecting it. It is not recommended to use ointments or drops without prior consultation with a doctor, as improper treatment can worsen the problem. If the child's condition worsens or other symptoms appear, be sure to consult a doctor.

1 год назад

Анастасия 8y3m 2y11m

Show it to a surgeon or at least to your pediatric neonatologist, it's possible that the tear duct is blocked. For now, you can carefully massage and rinse with boiled water. There are surely videos on YouTube on how to do this.

1 год назад

Катя Та

Tetracycline is applied immediately after birth. And now you need to see an ophthalmologist. Do not self-medicate with such little ones. If the tear duct is blocked, both massage and antibiotics are needed.

1 год назад

Olga 5y1m 2y11m

Brew strong tea and wipe the nose with a cotton swab.

1 год назад

Olga 5y1m 2y11m

Olga, And definitely to the doctor.

1 год назад

Sаbirkin ? 4y8m 2y6m

There is Ophthalmoferon eye drops which can be used from birth, but of course it is better to consult a doctor.

1 год назад

Continue in the app

Girls, the newborn has had one eye discharging pus for two weeks, poss…

Want to reply or ask your own question?

Replies from moms 6

Thousands of moms already chat in Supermoms

Related discussions