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Cellulitis diagnosed 6 days ago in left foot/ankle, taking clendamycin.redness/swelling going down but still in a lot of pain.how long does pain last?
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Talk to the doctor: may have to change the antibiotic or add another one. Pain will disappear once infection is under control.
Answered 9/23/2021
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