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My nose piercing has yellow pus what should i do?
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Antibiotics : If not too severe, tx with bactriban oint 2-3 times daily and pls remove the ring. If severe, requires oral antibiotic therapy. Best if get a culture first just bc MRSA can present this way too.
Answered 8/5/2014
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