When was the last time some part of your body, externally, became infected, how did it happen, and what did you do about it?

When was the last time some part of your body, externally, became infected, how did it happen, and what did you do about it?
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I have a problem with beta strep on my skin. Bathing doesn’t really help (with the strep to be clear). But it seems to come and go. I have to be careful with any kind of cut or open wound to make sure infection does not set in. Got to clean it out almost immediately and apply medication, even a few hours can make a difference some days. I usually use Mupirocin now, I used to use a triple anti-biotic before that.
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