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I have a centimeter sized spot which i think is possibly staph can i continue to treat with turmeric extract? should i start antibiotics? on eyebrow
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See doctor: Staph infections such as impetigo are best treated with an oral antibiotic and/or topical bactroban (mupirocin) ointment. Tumeric can stain skin and also cause an irritant dermatitis especially near the eyes. See a physician for a potential culture to rule out resistant bacteria and for treatment.
Answered 3/28/2016
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