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What could cause skin infection in cardiac patients?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

My mother is 57 years old. She is having skin infection around his face, neck, and ear area and she is a cardiac patient. For the past two days she is taking Surfaz-SN ointment (Clotrimazole, Beclomethasone Dipropionate, and Neomycin sulfate cream), Zenflox- OZ (Ofloxacin and Ornidazole), and Allegra 120 mg. Please help.
Answered by Dr. Abhishek Ponathil

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Dr. Abhishek Ponathil is a Dermatologist and a Venereologist with 13 years of clinical experience. He completed his MBBS and MD DVL at Maharashtra University of Health Sciences. Currently, he practices in BJGMC and SGH, Pune, Maharashtra.

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Your mother has herpes zoster. It is caused by varicella zoster virus which causes chickenpox earlier in life and gets reactivated later in life to cause herpes zoster. She has to take tablet Valacyclovir 1 gram thrice a day for seven days. For the pain, tablet Diclofenac 50 milligrams at night ( if severe, twice a day). Apply Fusidic acid cream twice a day over it to avoid secondary bacterial infection.

Medically reviewed by Dr. Vinodhini J.
Published At May 12, 2020
Reviewed At February 5, 2025

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Abhishek Ponathil is a Dermatologist and a Venereologist with 13 years of clinical experience. He completed his MBBS and MD DVL at Maharashtra University of Health Sciences. Currently, he practices in BJGMC and SGH, Pune, Maharashtra.

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BDS

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Dr. Vinodhini J. is a Dental Surgeon with extensive years of clinical experience. She specializes in the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of dental and oral health issues, including restorative, surgical, and cosmetic procedures. With a patient-centered approach, she focuses on maintaining oral health, alleviating discomfort, and enhancing smiles. Her expertise ensures comprehensive care tailored to each patient’s dental needs and overall wellbeing.

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Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Abhishek Ponathil is a Dermatologist and a Venereologist with 13 years of clinical experience. He completed his MBBS and MD DVL at Maharashtra University of Health Sciences. Currently, he practices in BJGMC and SGH, Pune, Maharashtra.

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