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Suggest Treatment For Infected Cellulitis

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Posted on Thu, 5 Jun 2014
Question: I had what was thought to be a spider bite that matched the discription of a recluse about 6 months ago. it took about 4 weeks to heal and about a month later i broke out with an odd rash that at first look I thought was an STD until I noticed A it did not involve my genetials at all and two it started by and progressed from the "bite" I have not been able to determin what it is and now I've had two what appear to be more bites but after researching might just be infected boils. but i have got a new "boil" or "bite everyday for the last 4 days all are very painful and turn into these pictures the picture of my waist line is the rash
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Answered by Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar (9 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Cellulitis picture

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

I checked the pictures.

It looks to be a picture of cellulitis. The infection spread to the subcutaneous (under skin) tissues as well. I think instead of debating on what caused the boil or bite and made way for the entry of the bacteria it is important to treat fast. I suggest you to take oral antibiotics first for at least 2 to 3 weeks to contain the spread of cellulitis. You need anti inflammatory like Ibuprofen up to 600mg per dose two to three doses a day.

If you cannot get a doctor appointment you can see an urgent clinic / RNP who can prescribe you the treatment before the actual doctor come in to change it or continue it.

Hope this helps.
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Suggest Treatment For Infected Cellulitis

Brief Answer: Cellulitis picture Detailed Answer: Hi, I checked the pictures. It looks to be a picture of cellulitis. The infection spread to the subcutaneous (under skin) tissues as well. I think instead of debating on what caused the boil or bite and made way for the entry of the bacteria it is important to treat fast. I suggest you to take oral antibiotics first for at least 2 to 3 weeks to contain the spread of cellulitis. You need anti inflammatory like Ibuprofen up to 600mg per dose two to three doses a day. If you cannot get a doctor appointment you can see an urgent clinic / RNP who can prescribe you the treatment before the actual doctor come in to change it or continue it. Hope this helps.