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1 tiny pustule elbow. cultured + lt pseudomonas. how i get this!? gone 5days. dr. wants me on doxycycline??? still? should i worry about my kids? thx!
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Hot tub?: Pseudomonas skin infections are uncommon. The most frequent cause is contaminated spas or hot tubs. Have you recently used a whirlpool, hot tub, etc? Usually this requires no treatment at all; it will clear up on its own.
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