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What Causes Proteus Mirabilis On Scalp?

A cyst was surgically removed from scalp approximately a week ago. Medical staff informed me that my infection is proteus mirabilis and prescribed Bactrim. Previously was prescribed Clindamycin 150MG four times a day for ten days and I am told that it is ineffective. I am 80 years old and curious to know what is probable cause. Thank you.
Sat, 9 Jan 2016
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Well come to HCM
I really appreciate your concern, if it was the bacterial infection then you need to finish the course of antibiotic, for proper diagnosis it is necessary to get done the biopsy of the cyst and it was the right way of diagnosis, hope this information helps.
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What Causes Proteus Mirabilis On Scalp?

HI Well come to HCM I really appreciate your concern, if it was the bacterial infection then you need to finish the course of antibiotic, for proper diagnosis it is necessary to get done the biopsy of the cyst and it was the right way of diagnosis, hope this information helps.