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Can bactroban (mupirocin) cause rash on buttocks-i have scant mrsa perianal area. on doxycycline- also using bact waiting for 2nd culture to rule out yeast/fungus?
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Contact allergy: Rarely people can develop a contact allergy to bactroban, (mupirocin) but it is seen more commonly with neosporin based creams. Your doctor can prescribe another topical antibiotic if needed.
Answered 12/23/2013
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Unlikely: Anyone "can" become allergic to anything, but as described, it is unlikely, and more likely that a fungal issue will be identified on culture. Good luck!
Answered 1/11/2015
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