
What Do Hard Bumps On Body Indicate?

Possible Staph skin infection,swab culture needed.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
I have gone through your pictures, and from what you are describing, and from what I have noted, it might be a Staph skin infection. I have noticed that some of them are white-pinpoint headed.
If I was your caring doctor would advise to run swab culture of the bumps to get the final causative agent and the right antibiotic to use.
I would also advise to run fecal examination for ova/parasites.
Depending on the tests results, specific treatment will be prescribed.
Meanwhile, I advise to:
- follow good hygienic measures
- try not to rub or to scratch, as this type of infection have the tendency to spread all over the body (to other body's part).
After the sample will be taken from the lab, you can apply betaine locally and oxygenated water only until you get lab results.
Wish fast recovery! If anything unclear, do not hesitate to contact me again!
Dr.Albana


Potentially at risk to have this infection...
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Staph infection is common among young people of your age. If you let it untreated, it will be worse, and more difficult to clear off your body from this bacteria.
Having diarrhea when being stressed, or eating something that would alter stomach pH is normal. Apart taking ranitidine, I advise to take PPIs and to follow a good diet and lifestyle regimen that will ease your heartburn.
Yes, your family members are potentially at risk to have this infection, especially when you share utensils after touching with open skin bumps.
I understand that health service is expensive. But, when, it comes to your own health and that of your family members, MONEY IS NOT A CONCERN.
You need to see a doctor (dermatologist) as soon as possible and to run swab culture to determine the right antibiotic to use. Often, this type of infections are resistant to many antibiotics. Culturing and sensitivity testing will help determine the most susceptible drug for your infection, especially for your case as you are allergic to penicillin (should refer this to your doctor).
Hope it helped!
Dr.Albana

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