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Is It Possible To Get Infection After Using Nerosporin?
I recently had a skin graph done on friday. I got two stitches in the area where the sample was taken from. I was cleaning the area with witch hazel and neosporin. I began to experience a lot of pain in the area and a nurse told me to clean it with vinegar and water. She also said to use polysporin instead of the nerosporin. My fear is I m getting a possible infection please help.
Mon, 24 Dec 2018
Hi,
Consult the dermatologist for clarification of doubt regarding the infection. He may start oral antibiotics if there is really a chance of secondary infection. Otherwise, no treatment may be needed. Do not worry.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Ilyas Patel, Dermatologist
Consult the dermatologist for clarification of doubt regarding the infection. He may start oral antibiotics if there is really a chance of secondary infection. Otherwise, no treatment may be needed. Do not worry.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Ilyas Patel, Dermatologist
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