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Raised bumps on the arm
Itchy, redish-pink infection(bumps with yellow pus) on arm after a insect (bed bugs) bite. Applied mupirocin ointment for 1 week ,no improvement seen even got a little worse. What  infection might this be and any treatment suggestions?
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After seeing this pustular eruption I will suggest you to visit sone dermatologist Things which you can do by urself is Don’t scratch it Start applying some clotrimazold ointment And if yellow pus is there your doctor will start few antibiotics and ooze out that pus with help of sterile syringe
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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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