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Question #29440
187 days ago
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What to do if my 10-month-old baby accidentally ingested face wash?

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10months baby,വായിൽ മൂക്കിലും ചെറുതായി facewash (വെള്ളം ചേർത്ത് വെച്ചതാണ്)..എന്താണ്ചെയ്യേണ്ടത്..ഡോക്ടർകാണിക്കാനോ

How much face wash do you think your baby ingested?:

- A small amount

Has your baby shown any symptoms after ingestion?:

- No symptoms

When did the ingestion occur?:

- 1-3 hours ago

Is your baby acting normally since the incident?:

- A bit fussy

Have you contacted any poison control or medical professional yet?:

- I don't know who to contact

Does your baby have any known allergies?:

- No known allergies

What type of face wash was ingested?:

- Regular facial wash
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Hello dear See it seems minor exposure which can cause Irritation Discomfort But the baby is small so below precautions can be taken Wash eyes with Luke warm water Wipe nose with dry towel Do not give any medication of your own In case of Change of body colour Vomiting Nausea Rashes Consult nearby hospital for Better clarity Regards

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10 മാസം പ്രായമുള്ള കുഞ്ഞിന്റെ വായിലും മൂക്കിലും ചെറിയ അളവിൽ facewash കലർന്ന വെള്ളം പോയാൽ സാധാരണയായി ഗുരുതര പ്രശ്നമാകില്ല, പ്രത്യേകിച്ച് ഇപ്പോൾ ചെറിയ ഇറിറ്റേഷൻയും ചുമയും മാത്രമാണെങ്കിൽ. കൂടുതലായും ഇത് കുറച്ച് മണിക്കൂറുകൾക്കുള്ളിൽ തന്നെ സ്വാഭാവികമായി മാറും.

ഇപ്പോൾ ചെയ്യേണ്ടത്: • കുഞ്ഞിനെ കുറച്ച് സമയം നേരെ (upright) നിലയിൽ ഇരുത്തുകയോ പിടിക്കുകയോ ചെയ്യുക • വായും മൂക്കും പുറംഭാഗം ശുദ്ധമായ വെള്ളത്തിൽ അല്പം കഴുകി വൃത്തിയാക്കുക • സാധാരണ പോലെ പാൽ/ഭക്ഷണം കൊടുക്കാം • അടുത്ത 24 മണിക്കൂർ ശ്രദ്ധിച്ച് നോക്കുക

തുടർന്നുള്ള ലക്ഷണങ്ങൾ ഉണ്ടെങ്കിൽ ഉടൻ ഡോക്ടറെ കാണുക: • ചുമ കൂടുന്നത് അല്ലെങ്കിൽ തുടർച്ചയായി വരുന്നത് • ശ്വാസം വേഗത്തിൽ എടുക്കുന്നത് അല്ലെങ്കിൽ ബുദ്ധിമുട്ട് തോന്നുന്നത് • ആവർത്തിച്ച് ഛർദ്ദി • വളരെ ഉറക്കം, അസാധാരണമായ ക്ഷീണം • അധരങ്ങൾ നീലനിറം ആകുന്നത് അല്ലെങ്കിൽ വീസിംഗ് (ശബ്ദത്തോടെ ശ്വാസം)

ഇപ്പോൾ കുഞ്ഞ് feeding നന്നായി എടുക്കുന്നുണ്ടോ, ശ്വാസം സാധാരണയാണോ എന്നതാണ് പ്രധാനമായി ശ്രദ്ധിക്കേണ്ടത്

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If your 10-month-old has ingested a small amount of diluted face wash, the first step is to assess whether they show any discomfort or signs of irritation. Face wash products commonly contain surfactants and fragrances which can be irritating but are usually not highly toxic in small amounts. Check for symptoms like drooling, vomiting, coughing, or visible distress, irritation around the mouth or on the skin. If any of these are present, or if your baby shows difficulty breathing or swallowing, it’s crucial to seek immediate medical attention. If they’re acting normally and just ingested a tiny amount, you might start by giving your baby some plain water or milk to help dilute what was swallowed and ease any potential irritation in their mouth or throat. It’s generally sensible to avoid inducing vomiting as that can cause more harm or irritation. While waiting for further advice or assistance, keep the product container handy—medical personnel may want to know exactly what ingredients were involved to assess any risks. For peace of mind, you might consider contacting a poison control center to get specific guidance, as they can provide targeted advice based on the swallowed substance’s ingredients and your baby’s symptoms. Lastly, keep a close eye on your baby for the next few hours for any delayed symptoms even if they initially seem fine. But, remember to err on the side of caution and consult a healthcare provider if you are uncertain or worried at any point.

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