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Are Antibiotics Advisable For Infected Sebaceous Cyst

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Question : Should I be concerned that Urgent Care doctor is not prescribing antibiotics for infected sebaceous cyst that has been 'drained' and packed with gauze for 4 days.
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Answered by Dr. Prof. Kunal Saha (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
You need not get concerned

Detailed Answer:
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I do not think that you need to get concerned. A layman's eye cannot distinguish between the sebaceous secretions and pus but a doctor would know when to prescribe antibiotics. i think that you can leave it to him and not worry about it.

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Are Antibiotics Advisable For Infected Sebaceous Cyst

Brief Answer: You need not get concerned Detailed Answer: Thanks for asking on HealthcareMagic. I do not think that you need to get concerned. A layman's eye cannot distinguish between the sebaceous secretions and pus but a doctor would know when to prescribe antibiotics. i think that you can leave it to him and not worry about it. Regards