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I have an infected cyst. should i try neosporin for a few days before seeing a doctor?

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Dr. Sathish Philip answered

Abscess: You can try warm wash cloth applications and neosporin to see if it would subside on its own. But if you are not comfortable and in pain, then you should see your primary care physician and get it drained as applicable. Please do not try to poke it open yourself. That could make the infection worse. I believe this helps.

Answered 6/1/2016

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A member asked:

I have an infected cyst. should i try neosporin for a few days before seeing a doctor?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Sathish Philip answered

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