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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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Infection: May need drained. But also may need to add Bactrim too
Answered 8/3/2019
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