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My scalp is swollen and has infection inside. There is no pain though but the swelling is not going down nor is pus coming out. It is just soft like jelly . I have started taking linezolid and applying mupirocin . Is there any other antibiotics I should take ?
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Don't worry...you are suffering from seborrheic dermatitis causing infection dandruff... Medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription by sending photos.
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