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I got a staph infection the bump that caused it seems to be getting bigger, the drs gave me antibiotics which i'm still taking, is it getting worse ?

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Dr. Michael Bryan answered

Specializes in Dermatology

Staph infections: If you are on antibiotics and the lesion or area is getting worse, you need to be seen again. Sometimes antibiotics don't penetrate into the infected area or are started too late. Occasionally such an area may need to be lanced or drained. You should let your dr. Take another look.

Answered 4/27/2013

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