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Seems like cellulitis, but not sure

2017-07-02 08:28:53
Havng irritation behind shin bone with red swollen skin and now abscess has started developing, problem started 2 days ago and now it has grown
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Hello! Cellulitis and abscess are bacterial infections. Infection may spread if antibiotics are not taken immediately. Seek help asap.

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