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Diagnosed with cellulitis on lower leg. will be 2 days until i will have a car to get to pharmacy. is it ok to postpone?

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Dr. Ravi Nerella answered

Not really: It's better to start your antibiotics ASAP. If you can have a friend or family member pick up your prescription it would be best. Cellulitis can progress quickly. I would strongly advise that you have someone get your prescription for you.

Dr Po agreed

Answered 9/2/2015

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Dr. Ehteshamuddin Syed answered

No: Cellulitis is a spreading infection under the skin. It is usually caused by a bacteria. Treatment should be started as early as possible after diagnosis. This is so that it does not get worse.

Answered 3/10/2018

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Dr. Jovita Anyanwu answered

No: You need to start treatment as soon as possible to prevent complications like septicemia

Answered 5/11/2014

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A member asked:

Diagnosed with cellulitis on lower leg. will be 2 days until i will have a car to get to pharmacy. is it ok to postpone?

4 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

Dr. Ravi Nerella answered

Dr Po agreed

Dr. Ehteshamuddin Syed answered

Dr. Jovita Anyanwu answered

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