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If i have a staph infection in the hair follicles of my nose, what kinds of antibiotics should i be using to treat it?
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What kind of Staph?: Staphylococci have variable susceptibility to antibiotics. You need to see your doctor to get a culture and antibiotic sensitivity done for proper choice of antibiotics.
Answered 2/20/2016
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