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I have an infected cut on leg, started antibiotics last night. stood all day leg redness has spread. no fever. should i seek further evaluation?
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Yes: If the redness has increased despite being on antibiotics, it would be prudent to have it checked out.
Answered 1/2/2015
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Cellulitis: Yes, please see your physician ASAP or visit an urgent care center for evaluation. If there is pus, a culture may be done. Make sure your antibiotics will cover MRSA. Keflex won't be sufficient in this case. Infection is much more serious when a person has a suppressed immune system. Bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) or Doxycycline are first line treatment for MRSA when Keflex fails. Any abscesses need to be drained.
Answered 1/2/2015
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