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Ingrown hair,pubic area,i scratched in sleep.it has burst & also caused a very deep cut next to it. leaking pus and swollen. will fusidic acid help?

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Dr. Zz K answered

Folliculitis: Would see a doctor- for any need for antibiotic. Do not know about fusidic acid helping this. Can apply triple antibiotic ointment and warm compress while maintaining hygiene.

Answered 7/24/2018

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A member asked:

Ingrown hair,pubic area,i scratched in sleep.it has burst & also caused a very deep cut next to it. leaking pus and swollen. will fusidic acid help?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

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