Suggest Treatment For Bruises On The Skin

Posted on Sun, 27 Nov 2016

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Sun, 27 Nov 2016 Answered on

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Question : i fell a few days ago, 6 days ago to be exact. i just wanna be sure the bruises look to be healing right.
i also have cellulitis in these areas. i just started an antibiotic yesterday for that. please tell me what you think. thank you

Answered by Dr. Hari Charan Perigela (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
You should take a good antibiotic.

Detailed Answer:
Hi
I have seen the photo and read your query..

It seems Cellulitis, infection of skin and subcutaneous tissue.
Most common bacteria are Gram positive Staphylococcus /Streptococci. I prescribe Antibiotic like Linezolid 600mg twice daily along with anti inflammatory tablet to my patients with similar complaints.
Can I know the antibiotic that you are using?
Nothing to worry. It will come down. But, it will take some time.

Hope I answered your query.If you have any questions, I will clarify further.
Wish you good health.
Regards

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