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I keep getting recurring boils on my butt. pcp prescribed bactrim, (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) but not working. more popping up while on it. any suggestions? see dermatologist?

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Dr. Olakitan Akinjagunla answered

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You may: Your PCP can also take a culture for lab analysis and treat you with a definite antibiotic based on the sensitivity profile. This is not beyond what your PCP can handle. A change of antibiotic will likely take care of the problem

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Answered 9/26/2014

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A member asked:

I keep getting recurring boils on my butt. pcp prescribed bactrim, (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) but not working. more popping up while on it. any suggestions? see dermatologist?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Olakitan Akinjagunla answered

Dr Lopez diaz agreed

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