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I went to the er two days ago and was diagnosed with cellulitus would it be best to use a heating pad or ice pack on it?

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Keflex: If you have cellulitis you should be treated with oral antibiotics.

Answered 9/13/2018

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A member asked:

I went to the er two days ago and was diagnosed with cellulitus would it be best to use a heating pad or ice pack on it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Cornelius Oleary answered

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