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What would cause strep b on calf of healthy, active, 50 yr old f, 125 lbs, er diagnosis - 875 amox, prescribed 10dys. /topical gel & bandage. yellow fluid.

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STREP CAN CAUSE : Streptococcal b is a common and usually harmless bacteria found on human body including skin.It can cause skin infection if there is a break in the skin and bacteria finds its way under the skin and loves the foof and multiplies and cases infections like impetigo, cellulitis, erysipelas, and the worst is necrotising fascitis so here you have it.

Answered 2/13/2013

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