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Have shingles lt side scalp 2 days ago, viprex 1000mg tid 7 days. in icu april 14 x8 day bacterial pneumonia and sepsis. should i take abx for ppx?

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Dr. Eric Chevlen answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine - Oncology

Ask your doctor: Most people with normal immune systems and general good health do not benefit from prophylactic antibiotics. Particular medical advice is best given by a physician who knows the crucial details of your individual case.

Answered 5/22/2014

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