Re: URGENT I need some help from some knowledgeable Curezoners...

I suggest that you follow the directions given to you by the doctor.  Antibiotics are not good on the system, but you have to weigh the risks.  If you end up with an infection, you could lose your hand or worse.  I would not chance it, myself.  Also, you don't need to wait to take the probiotics.  You can take them at the same time to help maintain the flora as much as possible.   You shouldn't need pain killers too long, so I wouldn't worry about them.  But, maybe someone else can suggest something for pain.  I know there are some homeopathic pain meds at healthfood stores, don't know how well they work.  Vitamin B-5 will help with pain and inflammation, too. 500 to 1000mg every 3 to 4 hrs.  do not get timed-release.

Some might say take silver instead.  Silver is a mild antibiotic and was used before we had penicillin.  I don't recommend taking it as it may not be effective.  If it was something more simple, it may be ok, but I would not chance it.