Patient's question:
Baby has excessive eye discharge and it'sed, what to do?Doctor's answer:
Hello: Normal children, at 2-3 months old, may have some eye discharge in the morning upon waking. This is because eyelashes tend to grow inward during this period, and friction against the eye causes discharge. Around the age of one, eyelashes naturally grow outward, and the discharge gradually decreases, so treatment is not necessary. A warm towel can be used to clean it, or a cotton swab dipped in a 2% boric acid solution can gently wipe from the inner to the outer corner of the eye.If a child has a layer of grayish-white substance on their eyes at birth, it is not eye discharge. This grayish-white substance is medically known as "vernix caseosa," which protects the skin and prevents heat loss. It can be absorbed on its own, so it should not be removed casually.
Another reason for excessive eye discharge is internal heat accumulation, commonly referred to as "fever." This is often caused by a diet high in fish, shrimp, meat, and other calorie-rich foods, with a lack of fruits and vegetables. In addition to eye discharge, symptoms may include sensitivity to heat, easy sweating, dry stools, and thick. The best treatment is to adjust the diet, drink more water, and take some traditional Chinese medicine that clears heat, purges fire, and aids digestion if necessary.
If a child suddenly has a lot of eye discharge and also experiences eye irritation, redness, or itching, they should see a doctor to check for "pink eye." In addition to using chloramphenicol eye drops and erythromycin ointment locally, personal hygiene must be emphasized. Children should be reminded not to rub their eyes with dirty hands, avoid sharing face bowls or towels with others, and prevent cross-infection.