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How long does a belly button infection normally last? went to doctor 3 days ago and got prescribed antibiotics. shouldn't it be getting better by now?
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Close: It takes approximately 72 hrs for antibiotics to begin working. You have to make sure that the antibiotics you are taking will cover the bacterial infection. If no better in several days, obtain a culture of the wound.
Answered 7/16/2013
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