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What Does Redness And Swelling On Nose Indicate?
I have had MRISA before on my face (cheek area). This morning I woke up and the bridge of my nose was red.It has been tender all day, and looks swollen. Just wondering what it could be. No open, broken skin that I could see for a staph infection to enter in, but that is always a concern now.
Thu, 29 Jan 2015
Hello,
Welcome to healthcare magic.
From your history and description, I would consider the possibility of a furuncle or a boil.
You need to get a pus culture test and an antibiotic sensitivity panel to check for MRSA.
You need a course of oral antibiotics to treat the infection.
Hope this helps you.
Take care.
Welcome to healthcare magic.
From your history and description, I would consider the possibility of a furuncle or a boil.
You need to get a pus culture test and an antibiotic sensitivity panel to check for MRSA.
You need a course of oral antibiotics to treat the infection.
Hope this helps you.
Take care.
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