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Herpes zoster
My mom is diagnosed with herpes zoster. She has swelling on side of her face which is increasing. He is on the prescribed tablet for herpes by her eye and sjin doctors. It is now fourth day of treatment. Initially the scar was white and later on become black. My question why it is becoming black and will it become permanently cured. Thanks in advance.
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Turning black is a sign of recovery.
It will be cured permanently.
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I think it is Erysipelas and not Herpes.
Either way, it is worthwhile giving her Dicloxacillin + Amoxicillin.
Other treatment for Herpes virus should continue.
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Reach profile for detailed discussion will be happy to hear you 😊
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