I went to a dermatologist for this outbreak on my arms and back, they injected steroid into these places I had a small one on my cheek, I was sent home with antibiotic pills, I know see that it is a staphe infection and my cheek is swelling rapidly and it hurts, I put an ice pack on it, but I know heat brings it out right? what should I do, hospital?
Hello, THX to contact us. I understand your concern. If I am your doctor I advise you that if you have such a swelling in the cheek it is advised to do culture and sensitivity from the wound. It is not advised to take steroid for such a lesion. Take treatment according to the sensitivity report. You can use topical newsprint powder along with antibiotics from sensitivity report to treat infection. I will be happy to answer more of your concerns, kindly know me, Wish you a very good health at Chat Doctor. Chat Doctor. Infectious Disease.