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I fell 3 months ago and have seen doctors, cared for with neosporin, and other antibiotics. i still have a large red, tender spot. what are next steps?
5 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Red, tender spot: A few thoughts: it sounds like you've been treated with oral antibiotics and without it getting significantly worse, it's probably not a bacterial infection. I'd talk to your doctors about possible fungal infection. Also, any reason why you wouldn't heal normally? Any concern for diabetes or other immune problem? Also considering a hematoma that's taking an extra long time to resolve.
Answered 1/7/2019
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Thermal: You had a thermal injury. These are different than usual wounds. You should consider seeing a plastic surgeon or one in a burn center.
Answered 9/28/2016
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See an infectious ds: I would make an appointment with an infectious disease specialist if your infection is not responding.
Answered 11/13/2012
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