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A member asked:

I have a pilonidal sinus infection. my dr gave ne augmentin. is this a good antibiotic for this problem?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Yes, it should work well.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 3/4/2023

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