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I had an appt with a dr yesterday (dr. italia) . he prescribed antibiotic ointment which is not working. trying to figure out what should be the next treatment?
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Give it time: It usually takes at least 2-3 days for an antibiotic ointment to improve symptoms. Keep using it and contact the doctor who prescribed it if you remain concerned.
Answered 3/2/2020
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