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Suggest Remedies For A Wound On Lower Left Leg Post An Injury
Question: I was involved in a bicycle accident about seven days ago and sustained a wound to my left lower leg. I am concerned about possible infection. I was wondering if you Bactroban (mupiricion) could be prescribed
Brief Answer:
Oral antibiotics are needed.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
You have an open wound and there is every chance of infection in the area. Only topical antibiotic like bactroban will not help. It needs proper oral antibiotics with regular debridement of the wound for proper healing. Also, online prescriptions are not allowed. You will have to consult a physician personally for proper dressing, tetanus shot and oral antibiotics.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Oral antibiotics are needed.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
You have an open wound and there is every chance of infection in the area. Only topical antibiotic like bactroban will not help. It needs proper oral antibiotics with regular debridement of the wound for proper healing. Also, online prescriptions are not allowed. You will have to consult a physician personally for proper dressing, tetanus shot and oral antibiotics.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
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