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What Ointment Is Good For A Swelling Boil?

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Posted on Wed, 20 Mar 2024
Question: Hello,

what oilment is good for a swelling boil?
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (16 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Use mupirocine

Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the query.
You can use a broad spectrum antibacterial cream like mupirocine twice daily for a week.
If possible upload a photograph of the involved area.
This will help me in giving a closer diagnosis and better way of management.
Thanks.
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What Ointment Is Good For A Swelling Boil?

Brief Answer: Use mupirocine Detailed Answer: Hello Thanks for the query. You can use a broad spectrum antibacterial cream like mupirocine twice daily for a week. If possible upload a photograph of the involved area. This will help me in giving a closer diagnosis and better way of management. Thanks.