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A member asked:
I took 7 days of antibiotic for cellulitis in my finger 2 weeks ago. it is still swollen, purple and puss is now coming out. what now?
10 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
See your doc: I recommend going to see a doctor to make sure the infection isn't worsening.
Answered 6/9/2017
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Infection: Could also be something known as a "felon." felons are closed-space infections of the fingertip pulp.
Answered 10/24/2017
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See MD again: Go back and see your doctor again. It's not cured. Get a culture done. You might need a different antibiotic. You might need an x-ray to evaluate for bone infection/osteomyelitis.
Answered 9/25/2013
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