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I either have a belly button infection or cyst not sure but i've been using mupirocin todays day 2 of using it not much improvement so far. how long do i use it? if doesn't work should i take oral antibiotic? no pain or red, some drainage still
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Go back to doc: Go back to the doctor and get further treatment. Also good hygiene is important. Soap and water
Answered 10/24/2017
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