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Boil and puss in fingers
My father aged 65 is had some infection type on the back side of thumb in right hand. After 3-4 days it got converted in boil form. The doctor prescribed a cream, which resulted in puss in boil and got bursted in few days.
after which now he got similar boil in the finger in left hand.
i got his sugar, bp , creatinine checked all are in the normal level.
Is this some type of infection ?
please suggest medicines/precautions.
pictures attached below.
thanks
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Don't worry..he is suffering from bacterial infection causing this problem.. Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription
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Bacterial infection. Needs proper course of oral medicines.
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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required..
Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription & guidance.
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Dr. Rajesh L Pathi
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Dr. Paras Choudhary
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Jaipur
Yes, it is a bacterial infection with hand eczema. U need proper dermat consultation. Book your online consultation now.
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Dr. Shivanu Mathon
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Ludhiana
Consult online for further treatment
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