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  • male
  • 45 Years
  • 22/01/2025

I'm really worried about this condition on my leg. There's something like "KARATMarathi" there, and the blood around it has just turned into a solid red clot under my skin. It looks really concerning and I'm unsure if what I'm doing is right. I've started taking DISPERZYME and CEFCHAMP 325, twice every day, as prescribed. Do you think I'm on the right track to treat this issue, or should I consider something else?

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Karat (Marathi word) typically refers to a boil or abscess.

Dr. Anshul Suggests...

Consult a Dermatologist

Answered 04/07/2025

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