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Lower vermilion border is inflamed. slight swelling 4 weeks ago, now much more pronounced. i saw dr. 3 days ago & was placed on cephalexin 500 mg twice daily. no improvement. no sores, history of ingrown hairs turning to boils. treat with epiduo.

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Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

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Infection: May need drained. But also may need to add Bactrim too

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Answered 8/3/2019

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A member asked:

Lower vermilion border is inflamed. slight swelling 4 weeks ago, now much more pronounced. i saw dr. 3 days ago & was placed on cephalexin 500 mg twice daily. no improvement. no sores, history of ingrown hairs turning to boils. treat with epiduo.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

Dr Zimon agreed

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