In the midst of the Corona virus outbreak, Mother may be wondering, is it necessary to clean your little one's hands properly? hand sanitizer to prevent transmission of the virus? If you want to know the answer, come on, see the following explanation.
hand sanitizer is an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that can be in liquid or gel form. The alcohol content in it can be ethanol or isopropanol. Usually, hand sanitizer used as an alternative to hand sanitizer to protect yourself from the Corona virus when there is no water and soap to wash your hands.
Corona virus infection or COVID-19 is suspected to be transmitted indirectly. For example, if someone touches an object that has been contaminated with splashes of saliva from a patient containing the Corona virus, then touches the mouth, nose, or eyes without washing their hands first.
Can Babies Use Hand Sanitizer?
Use hand sanitizer in infants should be avoided, yes, Bun. Baby's skin is still very soft and sensitive so they are prone to skin problems. Therefore, the baby's skin should not be carelessly in contact with chemicals.
Alcohol content in hand sanitizer can cause irritation to baby's skin. In addition, alcohol tends to dry out the skin. Dry skin conditions are more prone to itching, allergies, and infections. Plus, alcohol can also be absorbed into the baby's bloodstream through its thin skin.
To clean your little one's hands, try to use water and soap specially formulated for babies. However, if soap and water are not available, you can use wet wipes that are safe for babies.
In addition to keeping your little one's hands clean, there are several other steps you can take to prevent them from the Corona virus, including:
- Continue to give breast milk to your little one regularly to increase his immune system.
- If your little one is able to eat solid food, give him a balanced nutritious diet while still giving him breast milk.
- Wash your hands with running water and soap before touching, nursing, holding, or preparing baby food.
- As much as possible avoid taking your little one to crowded places, such as markets or shops mall.
- Wear a mask if you have a cough or cold.
- Keep your little one away from people who are sick.
Use hand sanitizer it is effective for cleaning hands from germs, including the Corona virus. However, its use on babies can cause irritation which can actually cause skin disorders or diseases.
To prevent your little one from the Corona virus, use products that are safe to clean their hands. Also take other steps that are no less important to prevent the Corona virus in babies.
If your little one shows symptoms of Corona virus infection, immediately consult a doctor. Mother can chat first with the doctor on the Alodokter application if you are still in doubt whether the symptoms experienced by your little one lead to a Corona virus infection or not. In this application, you can also make a consultation appointment with a doctor at the hospital.
