Hi my 5 month olds thumb is red and a little swollen, no puss is coming from it, he doesn t seem bothered by it when i touch it or apply pressure. It happened right after i cut his nails a few days ago.. it is the skin to the side of his thumb that is red, i have tried soaking in warm water with salt. I am worried it is infected, any tips on what to do or should i bring him to the doctors in the morning?
Most likely the thumb is infected. The baby will need antibiotics. It will be better if you take the child to a doctor. Kindly keep me informed of the progress of child.