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What's the best thing for staph sores? i've tried bactroban, (mupirocin) otocomb and epiduo gels
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Staph: Apply Bactroban (mupirocin) Ointment to your nostrils three time daily. Take warm soapy baths to which you have added 3-4 tablespoons of bleach to.Bathe at least twice a day.
Answered 7/14/2020
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