What medicine should I use for a very painful, hot boil in my armpit that hasn't improved after a week, even though I have applied Betadine and Fucidin ointment and taken Lizolid tablets? | Apollo Pharmacy

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What medicine should I use for a very painful, hot boil in my armpit that hasn't improved after a week, even though I have applied Betadine and Fucidin ointment and taken Lizolid tablets?

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What medicine should I use for a very painful, hot boil in my armpit that hasn't improved after a week, even though I have applied Betadine and Fucidin ointment and taken Lizolid tablets?

Asked by Male, 38 · 4 days ago

Vikas Singh

M Pharmacy

4 days ago

Since it hasn't improved after a week of Lizolid (linezolid) and Fucidin (fusidic acid), the infection may have formed a pocket of pus (an abscess) that antibiotics cannot easily penetrate. Please avoid squeezing or popping it, as this can spread the infection. I highly recommend visiting a healthcare professional. They can evaluate if it needs to be safely drained, which will provide immediate relief and allow it to heal. In the meantime, applying a warm compress for 10 minutes can help soothe the pain.

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