Parenting: 3-Year-Olds Community
Your 3-year-old is like a sponge, soaking up anything new that comes his or her ... more
Bleach baths -worried mom
An_248129 posted:
My 3 yr old daughter got severe staph infection 2 months back.
Physician recommended antibiotics and bleach baths.
1. On first day of bleach bath I wasn't sure about exact procedure. I did dilute it and she stayed in bath tub quarter filled for 10 mins. Of course no face and hair. After 10 mins I wiped her from tub and put ointment. I didn't rinse her with water to clean bleach on body. From second day I checked online and rinsed her with water. On first day did I do too much damage to her skin? How much bleach her skin would have observed in a day? Will it have any long term impact?
2. In these 2 months she did have recurrent minor episodes and over all she took bleach bath for 20 times in these 2 months. 7 continuos days 2 times and twice a week later. I can say she is free from past 2 weeks. Recently I got to know about bleach bath risks and got scared big time. Did I cause any damage to her lungs or skin at this young age? I trusted doctor more than anything. First day was stupid mistake. I will stop all this now but what is the impact of all this?
3. Along with bleach baths our doctor advised to wash all clothes in bleach. So we did that too from these many days. Any thoughts on this?
4. When she had severe infection we both also took bleach bath 3 times. For adults if we drown completely in tub is there a chance for bleach to go in genitals?
I am thinking about all this from a week and too worried. Any advice would really help. Of course there is nothing much can be done now but I at least want to know truth. If they are really risky why would any doctor advice? Is it really tested treatment and from how long people are using?
Thank you in advance
1. On first day of bleach bath I wasn't sure about exact procedure. I did dilute it and she stayed in bath tub quarter filled for 10 mins. Of course no face and hair. After 10 mins I wiped her from tub and put ointment. I didn't rinse her with water to clean bleach on body. From second day I checked online and rinsed her with water. On first day did I do too much damage to her skin? How much bleach her skin would have observed in a day? Will it have any long term impact?
2. In these 2 months she did have recurrent minor episodes and over all she took bleach bath for 20 times in these 2 months. 7 continuos days 2 times and twice a week later. I can say she is free from past 2 weeks. Recently I got to know about bleach bath risks and got scared big time. Did I cause any damage to her lungs or skin at this young age? I trusted doctor more than anything. First day was stupid mistake. I will stop all this now but what is the impact of all this?
3. Along with bleach baths our doctor advised to wash all clothes in bleach. So we did that too from these many days. Any thoughts on this?
4. When she had severe infection we both also took bleach bath 3 times. For adults if we drown completely in tub is there a chance for bleach to go in genitals?
I am thinking about all this from a week and too worried. Any advice would really help. Of course there is nothing much can be done now but I at least want to know truth. If they are really risky why would any doctor advice? Is it really tested treatment and from how long people are using?
Thank you in advance
3 Replies |Watch This Discussion | Report This| Share this:Bleach baths -worried momMy 3 yr old daughter got severe staph infection 2 months back.
Physician recommended antibiotics and bleach baths. <br><br><br><br>1. On first day of bleach bath I wasn't sure about exact procedure. I did dilute it and she stayed in bath tub quarter filled for 10 mins. Of course no face and hair. After 10 mins I wiped her from tub and put ointment. I didn't rinse her with water to clean bleach on body. From second day I checked online and rinsed her with water.
On first day did I do too much damage to her skin? How much bleach her skin would have observed in a day? Will it have any long term impact? <br><br>2. In these 2 months she did have recurrent minor episodes and over all she took bleach bath for 20 times in these 2 months. 7 continuos days 2 times and twice a week later. I can say she is free from past 2 weeks. Recently I got to know about bleach bath risks and got scared big time. Did I cause any damage to her lungs or skin at this young age? I trusted doctor more than anything. First day was stupid mistake. I will stop all this now but what is the impact of all this? <br><br>3. Along with bleach baths our doctor advised to wash all clothes in bleach. So we did that too from these many days. Any thoughts on this? <br><br>4. When she had severe infection we both also took bleach bath 3 times. For adults if we drown completely in tub is there a chance for bleach to go in genitals? <br><br>I am thinking about all this from a week and too worried. Any advice would really help. Of course there is nothing much can be done now but I at least want to know truth. If they are really risky why would any doctor advice? Is it really tested treatment and from how long people are using? <br><br>Thank you in advance
Jackie03291 responded:
I don't have any experience or have ever heard of bleach baths and I will say that my brother suffers from recurring staph infections, and to my knowledge, he has never been told or given bleach baths to combat the staph infections. I don't remember the exact treatments, but I do remember them having to scrub everything and separate him from the other kids. He was in a hospital when it was contracted and even now he gets flare ups from time to time. I would seriously get a second opinion immediately and get her checked out to make sure she is OK. Do you live in the U.S.?
Jackie (27) Bryan (36) Ava (10/14/08) Natalie (4/24/12)
Report This| Share this:Bleach baths -worried momI don't have any experience or have ever heard of bleach baths and I will say that my brother suffers from recurring staph infections, and to my knowledge, he has never been told or given bleach baths to combat the staph infections. I don't remember the exact treatments, but I do remember them having to scrub everything and separate him from the other kids. He was in a hospital when it was contracted and even now he gets flare ups from time to time. I would seriously get a second opinion immediately and get her checked out to make sure she is OK. Do you live in the U.S.?
Elizabeth_WebMD_Staff responded:
Hi Mom -
Dr. Benaroch has this great response on our Parenting Community.
I am so sorry you are having to go through this and hope she continues to be staph free. Please talk with your doctor about the bleach concerns and risks vs benefits.
For more information on staph infections and bleach baths see this resource - Staph Infections and MRSA
Please keep us posted on how she is doing,
Elizabeth
Dr. Benaroch has this great response on our Parenting Community.
I am so sorry you are having to go through this and hope she continues to be staph free. Please talk with your doctor about the bleach concerns and risks vs benefits.
For more information on staph infections and bleach baths see this resource - Staph Infections and MRSA
Please keep us posted on how she is doing,
Elizabeth
Report This| Share this:Bleach baths -worried momHi Mom - <br /><br />Dr. Benaroch has <a href="http://forums.webmd.com/3/parenting-exchange/forum/3895">this great response</a> on our Parenting Community.<br /><br />I am so sorry you are having to go through this and hope she continues to be staph free. Please talk with your doctor about the bleach concerns and risks vs benefits.<br /><br />For more information on staph infections and bleach baths see this resource - <a href="http://www.webmd.com/parenting/mrsa-and-staph-infections-in-children">Staph Infections and MRSA</a> <br /><br />Please keep us posted on how she is doing,<br />Elizabeth
User81 replied to Elizabeth_WebMD_Staff's response:
Thank you for pointing me to the other post. It helped me to feel better. I live in US.
I am feeling I have not done anything terribly wrong
I am feeling I have not done anything terribly wrong
Report This| Share this:Bleach baths -worried momThank you for pointing me to the other post. It helped me to feel better. I live in US. <br /><br />I am feeling I have not done anything terribly wrong <img src="http://img.webmd.com/community/images/smile.gif" align="top" border="0">
Spotlight: Member Stories
I have been married for over 9 years. I have a very active DS that will be 3 in December. I work full time so DS is in a home daycare which he loves.
Helpful Tips
potty training
Can some give me tip on how to get a 3 year old to poop on a potty chair? My and wife have been trying for several months, he took to ... More
Was this Helpful?
8
of
10 found this helpful
- I am Having a same issue with potty training my 3 year old son...
- Increase font size!
- Activites for 3 yrs old
Related News
Report Problems to the
Food and Drug Administration
You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit the FDA MedWatch website or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
Other Member Communities
- Dieting Club: 10 - 25 Lbs Member Community Share Your Tips and Support!
- Caregiving Member Community The Support and Understanding You Need!
- Parenting Friends Talking Member Community Get Support from Members Like You!
-
More Related Communities
The opinions expressed in WebMD User-generated content areas like communities, reviews, ratings, or blogs are solely those of the User, who may or may not have medical or scientific training. These opinions do not represent the opinions of WebMD. User-generated content areas are not reviewed by a WebMD physician or any member of the WebMD editorial staff for accuracy, balance, objectivity, or any other reason except for compliance with our Terms and Conditions. Some of these opinions may contain information about treatments or uses of drug products that have not been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. WebMD does not endorse any specific product, service, or treatment.
Do not consider WebMD User-generated content as medical advice. Never delay or disregard seeking professional medical advice from your doctor or other qualified healthcare provider because of something you have read on WebMD. You should always speak with your doctor before you start, stop, or change any prescribed part of your care plan or treatment. WebMD understands that reading individual, real-life experiences can be a helpful resource, but it is never a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment from a qualified health care provider. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or dial 911 immediately.
Health Solutions From Our Sponsors
About WebMD Advertise With Us Terms of Use Privacy Policy Sponsor Policy Site Map Careers Contact Us
First Aid WebMD Magazine WebMD Health Record WebMD Mobile Newsletters Dictionary Physician Directory
©2005-2013 WebMD, LLC. All rights reserved.
WebMD does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. See additional information.