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What Causes Recurrent Skin Sores At Multiple Locations On Body?
Question: I get these small, circular sores, that are pretty deep...on my arms, legs & back. Do you have any idea o what this is?
Brief Answer:
Skin infection is common cause of such sores.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Such recurrent skin sores at multiple locations are generally caused by bacterial infections like streptococcus.
Ideal approach would be to get swab from the wound tested to find the causative organism.
Then specific antibiotic course can be suggested.
Keeping skin dry and clean can help reduce and prevent such sores.
Hope this helps.Please ask if there are doubts.Regards.
Skin infection is common cause of such sores.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Such recurrent skin sores at multiple locations are generally caused by bacterial infections like streptococcus.
Ideal approach would be to get swab from the wound tested to find the causative organism.
Then specific antibiotic course can be suggested.
Keeping skin dry and clean can help reduce and prevent such sores.
Hope this helps.Please ask if there are doubts.Regards.
Note: Hope the answers resolves your concerns, however for further guidance of skin related queries consult our Dermatologist.Click here to book a consultation
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