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What Do Blisters On Scalp Indicate?
33 year old male returned from Mexico 3 days ago. Blisters on scalp appeared 5 days ago started as bumps, recently turned to blisters. 4 days ago lymph node on neck enlarged approx. 1in, 2 days ago lymph nodes around ear enlarged approx. 1/2 in. Emerg doc said it was an infection trying to get into the blood stream but never took blood samples or ran any tests. prescribed antibiotic, Cephalex 500mg QID
Mon, 29 Dec 2014
HI
Welcome.
consult Doctor.
He will perform Physical Examination.
May order Blood Test for Hemogram , Culture & Senstivity.may change the Antibiotics.
You can apply Antiseptic locally.
Take Ibuprofen for pain .
You will be alright within 7 - 10 days .
Thanks for query .
Welcome.
consult Doctor.
He will perform Physical Examination.
May order Blood Test for Hemogram , Culture & Senstivity.may change the Antibiotics.
You can apply Antiseptic locally.
Take Ibuprofen for pain .
You will be alright within 7 - 10 days .
Thanks for query .
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