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I have white spots in my nose and cannot find anything that accurately describes them on the web. they are raw and secrete. prescribed mupirocin.
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Your doctor: might have thought that these are MRSA infections. If treatment is not effective, you should consult with a dermatologist.
Answered 6/17/2020
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