Question 1

how do i treat a burn wound? i scorched my hand against my ovens red grill. the middle piece of the wound is open. can i apply bactroban ointment and cover it with a plaster like hydrofilm or should i leave it open?

Accepted Answer

Doctor can examine: After first-degree superficial burns, twice a day moisturizing cream helps. Such patients may find that over-the-counter hydrocortisone cream twice a day for one week, can also help. After second or third degree burns (such as when the skin blistered or cooked), a doctor can examine to see what needs to be done so that the best healing can happen. One can also try a video consultation at first.

Question 2

hi my son was playing on the floor and i believe he got a rug burn on his chin. i have neosporin i also have mupirocin ointment 2%. what is better?

Accepted Answer

Either one: Either of these should be fine.  Just be sure to clean the area daily with a mild soap and water.

Question 3

i just recently got mupirocin prescribed for an chemical burn i had on my acne ive tried using so much and nothing has helped will this ointment work?

Accepted Answer

Listen: Acne is ALWAYS managable if the physician knows what he/she is doing. You're an adult and acne is a major personal and professional liability. If topical benzoyl peroxide wasn't enough (and I trust you're using this and/or retinoic acid), systemic tetracycline, topical clindamycin, systemic spironolactone, the oral contraceptive pill and/or "Accutane" are all options.

Question 4

i developed a friction burn on the shaft of my penis. i was wondering the best course of action for treatment. neosporin, aquaphor, or mupirocin ointment. thank you?

Accepted Answer

: Use any of the two antibiotics above. In future use a water based personal lubricant or jelly on penis to reduce friction.

Question 5

as from monday, i noticed yellow patches/scabs in one nostril, it burns alot and is very sore. i'm using generic bactroban, but my nose is running and i'm not sure if the cream gets chance to get absorbed. should i go to the doctor to get it checked?

Accepted Answer

Exam advised: I believe that this ulcerated nasal lesion should be evaluated by a physician or Otolaryngologist. Should infection be present, it should be promptly treated. Infections in the nasal cavity can potentially spread in a dangerous fashion.

Question 6

i have some bumps on glans near shaft of penis. burns at times. noticed it about a month  ago. developed painful urination but a z-pack helped. been using mupirocin.  no sexual activity before or during times i noticed bumps.  no other symptoms. ?

Accepted Answer

Need an exam: to evaluate for infection possibly causing the bumps and other symptoms.

Question 7

lip pain. burn seeping chapped  derm took test. staph. topical mupirocin. better then worse. derm test. doxy hyclate 2 day 2 weeks  still taking. test no staph. now lips burn itch and under lips and tongue. can i take benedryl. could it be allergy?

Accepted Answer

Fixed drug eruption?: Sorry to hear of this problem, but glad you're seeing a dermatologist. S/he is the best person to further evaluate the problem. Your question about allergy may be a clue. Certain medications can cause this sort of thing. "Burn" like and "seeping" suggest the kind of allergy called fixed drug eruption. Ask the dermatologist. Diphenhydramine (Benadryl) probably won't help much.

Question 8

what are bactroban ointment / mupirocin used for?

Accepted Answer

Antibiotic: Mupirocin is a prescription topical antibiotic for the treatment of superficial cutaneous infections.

Question 9

what is mupirocin ointment typically prescribed for?

Accepted Answer

See below: Bacterial infection of the skin.

Question 10

can you use mupirocin ointments on piercings?

Accepted Answer

If Infected: If there are clinical signs of a superficial skin infection after a piercing, topical Mupirocin may be used.  If the infection is deep, systemic antibiotics may be necessary.

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A member asked:

How do i treat a burn wound? i scorched my hand against my ovens red grill. the middle piece of the wound is open. can i apply bactroban ointment and cover it with a plaster like hydrofilm or should i leave it open?

A member asked:

Hi my son was playing on the floor and i believe he got a rug burn on his chin. i have neosporin i also have mupirocin ointment 2%. what is better?

A member asked:

I just recently got mupirocin prescribed for an chemical burn i had on my acne ive tried using so much and nothing has helped will this ointment work?

A member asked:

I developed a friction burn on the shaft of my penis. i was wondering the best course of action for treatment. neosporin, aquaphor, or mupirocin ointment. thank you?

A member asked:

As from monday, i noticed yellow patches/scabs in one nostril, it burns alot and is very sore. i'm using generic bactroban, but my nose is running and i'm not sure if the cream gets chance to get absorbed. should i go to the doctor to get it checked?

A member asked:

I have some bumps on glans near shaft of penis. burns at times. noticed it about a month ago. developed painful urination but a z-pack helped. been using mupirocin. no sexual activity before or during times i noticed bumps. no other symptoms. ?

A member asked:

Lip pain. burn seeping chapped derm took test. staph. topical mupirocin. better then worse. derm test. doxy hyclate 2 day 2 weeks still taking. test no staph. now lips burn itch and under lips and tongue. can i take benedryl. could it be allergy?

A member asked:

What are bactroban ointment / mupirocin used for?

A member asked:

What is mupirocin ointment typically prescribed for?

A member asked:

Can you use mupirocin ointments on piercings?

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