Erythromycin, also known as a macrolide antibiotic, is used to treat and prevent bacterial infection. This works by stopping bacterial growth and is effective only against bacteria. This medication is taken in the form of a tablet and is best preferred to be taken while on an empty stomach. It is important to complete the dosage and not to stop before the infection is completely gone, or else there are chances of recurrence of the infection.
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Other than Erythromycin, what are the other treatment measures for corneal abrasion?
Query: Hello doctor, My son is 12 years old. Today in school another student threw a gift card (credit card size) which got stuck in his eye. He immediately experienced some internal eye bleeding and diplopia. He saw the urgent care MD who put dye in his eye and diagnosed a corneal abrasion and prescribed ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I am very sorry to hear that your son is injured. But, rest assured that such things are quite common and corneal abrasions usually heal in about five to seven days without any further harm. I suggest that you continue with the Erythromycin ointment and make sure tha... Read Full »
I had a vaginal swab and need help with my reports. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I received laboratory results, which I need help interpreting. What do gram-positive cocci seen in pairs mean? I had a slight vaginal odor and had undergone a vaginal swab test. Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read the query, and I can understand your concern. You have got a vaginal infection caused by gram-positive cocci. Gram-positive cocci include Staphylococcus (catalase-positive), which grows in clusters, and Streptococcus (catalase-negative), which grows in c... Read Full »
My daughter got an infection from an ear piercing. Why?
Query: Hi doctor, My daughter is 4 years old. After piercing her ear, she is suffering from piercing infection. Her weight is 20 kg. I have also attached the pictures of her ears. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Evidently, the infection stems from the piercing. To remedy this, certain measures need to be undertaken. The piercing should be removed, and if pus is observed, delicately squeezing it and applying warm compresses can aid in facilitating drainage. It is recommended t... Read Full »
Can H.pylori infection be treated with injectable antibiotics?
Query: Hello doctor, I have been diagnosed with an H.pylori infection. My current symptoms are an inability to eat properly, excessive burping, and restlessness. My doctor advised taking Cravit and Amoxicillin, along with Pantoprazole as an acid reducer. Just after one doze of antibiotics, I have severe bl... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Injectable therapy is available for H.pylori infection, and it is more efficacious as compared to oral treatment. Injectable therapy include. Injection Omeprazole 80 mg stat, followed by 40 mg twice a day for three days, intravenously. Injection Ampicillin 1.5 gm ... Read Full »
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