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[|Human|] I have a total ankle rplmt that has gave me awful swelling and pain since it was done 7 years ago. I also have hep c. I am a nurse but am not working now. I am scheduled to start hep c drugs in 8 days however I had a pus filled pocket on my tar ankle that busted about 5 mo. Ago I have been on keflex 500mg tid but now it has become a hole with white around it and constantly draining pus and liquid. The rx was wrote to take for 10 mo. Does it sound like I could have a staph inf and should I continue with my plan on starting hep c treatmen
[|AI|]  Hi, Thanks for contacting Chat Doctor. With any TAR and possible infection, it is recommended to have a physician evaluation to prevent any larger situations. Usually with sores, a culture can be taken to determine the correct antibiotic to treat the area. With Chat Doctor.  It is usually recommended to take care of any infections in proximity to a TAR first, then proceed to other treatments. I hope this helps answer your question. Thanks.