Suggest Treatment For Reddish-purple Bump On Stomach

Posted on Wed, 30 Dec 2015

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Question : Three days ago I notice a reddish purplish bump on my stomach. The last couple of days a red circle has form around it what could this be and is it something I need to have checked out?

Answered by Dr. VINAY KUMAR (33 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Bacterial infection possible

Detailed Answer:
Dear Madam

Welcome.I am Dr V XXXXXXX
The description given seems to be related to bacterial infection.

To such patients I advise
1 Good hygiene
2 Mupirocin cream several times a day
3 Amoxy Clav 625 mg twice a day
4 Blood sugar levels checkup

It is likely to respond in 2-3 days

Please let me know if there are any concerns

Best wishes

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