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Was diagnosed with cellulitis and have been on keflex 500 mg for four days. the redness seems to be going away but have some blotchy purple patches.
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It takes time: It takes times to disappear. Cellulitis should go away within 7 to 10 days of starting antibiotics. Longer treatment could be necessary if your infection is severe.
Answered 10/4/2020
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