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Good day. i had and abcess on my back, infection is gone but it seems like a second one is developing. should i take anti biotics again?
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Abscess: If it was treated only with antibiotics and not with incision and drainage, then you may need to have this done. See an MD for evaluation.
Answered 5/11/2019
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