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My son has sores and i think they are infected and spreading?
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Sores: sores can be due to be bacterial infection ( impetigo ) . Depending on their severity they can be treated by antibiotic ointment or oral antibiotics . Please consult a doctor or call on smart health.
Answered 4/7/2018
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