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I have staph cellulitis around my eye. im on day 3 of antibiotics. warm compress makes my eye swell more! should i still do it??

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Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

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Not essential. : The compresses not necessary, but is the redness better? You should be seeing results? If not improving get rechecked.

Dr Hegab and another doctor agreed

Answered 8/20/2019

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A member asked:

I have staph cellulitis around my eye. im on day 3 of antibiotics. warm compress makes my eye swell more! should i still do it??

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

Dr Hegab and another doctor agreed

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