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I was just treated for mersa about a week ago. now i have a new spot on my leg that looks very similar to the last spot should i be concerned about it?

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Dr. Gutti Rao answered

Specializes in Hospital-based practice

Yes: It may be a recurrence. You may need antibiotics for sometime more. Check with your doctor. You may need nasal Mupirocin as well.

Dr Raff agreed

Answered 6/30/2014

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