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I have a stubborn skin infection that has been treated with antibiotics for 4 weeks now. no improvement. what could my dr try next? i am concerned
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Need right diagnosis: Diagnosis needs to be re-evaluated. Maybe it is not infection. Was a culture taken or any other test to confirm that this is an infection. If it is an infection, it is essential to determine what type: bacteria, fungus, virus etc. The diagnosis should be as specific as possible so that proper treatment can be obtained. Sometimes an incision is needed to drain the infection out. Discuss with your d.
Answered 8/16/2013
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