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Cellulitis of small digit with what looks like a fungal infection. antibiotics since thursday when will i feel better?
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48-72 hrs: Cellulitis usually begins to improve i. 48-72 hours on antibiotics if it is a bacterial infection. Antibiotics will not treat a fungal infection, yet a fungal infection can predispose you to developing a bacterial infection. If its been 72 hrs with no improvement, then you may need an adjustment in the antibiotics.
Answered 12/22/2014
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2 to 3 days: The antibiotics are intended to treat a bacterial infection. If there is a fungal component, you may also need an antifungal medication.
Answered 3/16/2014
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