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Mrsa in a pimple, what should i do?

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MRSA: Moist hot packs until it ruptures and drains and then allow it to heal. If the area looks inflamed with redness, tenderness, warmth and swelling see a doctor asap. If not allergic to sulphonamides Bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) or septra might do ok.

Answered 6/24/2014

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Bactroban (mupirocin): Bactroban (mupirocin) cream applied topically twice daily can also help.

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