Finally, apply an OTC bacitracin ointment (used to prevent skin infections) to the blister and cover loosely with a bandage, suggests Dr. Kobets. If the infection appears worse the following day ...

A. Polysporin is an over-the-counter antibiotic ointment containing bacitracin and polymyxin B. Most health professionals would not expect an antibiotic to treat a fungal infection. However ...

J. Desiree Douglas, MPA, PA-C, is a Physician Assistant and Co-Director, Occupational and Allergic Contact Dermatitis Clinic, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, PA. Comments and ...