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I just got an abscess drained and then when another doctor looked at it he said it might be infected but I think it's only scar tissue since wouldn't an infection in the drained abscess hurt?
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Abscesses are an accumulation of purulent debris (pus) and are usually the result of an infection. So, if the abscess has been drained and you have been on antibiotics to treat the underlying infection, usually that would treat and/or prevent further infection.
However, once an abscess has been opened and drained, it is possible for that open wound to become infected, either with the original bacteria or with a new one. You may not have or notice pain in the area, especially if it has been lanced (opened to drain). So that is not accurate for determining if there is infection. If a doctor said it looked like it might be infected, then the chances are extremely high that it is. Scar tissue would not usually look like an infection, and would also not likely be very visible if you "just got an abscess drained." Trust the doctor in this kind of diagnosis.
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Why does an abscess need draining?
An infected skin nodule that contains pus may need to be drained via a cut if it does not respond to antibiotics. This allows the pus to escape, and the infection to heal.
Why does an abscess need to be drained?
Because the lining of the abscess cavity tends to interfere with the amount of the drug that can penetrate the source of infection from the blood, the cavity itself may require draining
My knee was infected and now has a hole in the skin?
Sounds like an abscess that has burst or been opened and has drained itself of the pus that was inside. Abscesses are very common, most are due to MRSA (a particularly virulent staph. bacteria) and should be examined by a doctor to prevent the infection from worsening. If the abscess is large enough, it must be packed with sterile packing material as abscesses need to heal from the inside out, otherwise, the skin might heal and close over the top of the hole, leaving a pocket for the bacteria to grow into an abscess once again. Think of a bunch of grapes, and that's what it looks like under the skin. All those little pockets must be open and drained to avoid worsening infection.
How do you treat an abscess for marmoset?
An abscess on a marmoset should normally be treated by a veterinarian. It must be completely drained and cleaned. The animal will need antibiotics to keep the abscess from re-forming, and any pus or other fluid that fills it must be drained every day until it heals.
Why is my cat Sneezing and has alump on his head?
It sounds like your cat has an upper respiratory infection along with a possible abscess on his or her head. An abscess is caused by cat bites or cat claws and the infection closes over and infection/puss builds up inside. It would need to be drained and cleaned out. Also antibiotics would be needed too. But first of all you need to take your cat into your Veterinarian to have him or her checked out and diagnosed correctly.
Richard, it sounds l?
Richard, it sounds like you may have an infection. Warmth, swelling, redness and pain are signs of inflammation, which is your body's response to some sort of insult. In your case, you ought to see a doctor and get examined for a possible abscess, which is a localized infection that may need to be drained. If he or she cannot tell by examination, and if there is concern for an abscess, your doctor may order an MRI to better evaluate your leg.
When I popped and drained a blister on my toe I now have redness heat and swelling on top of my foot is it infected?
Yes. And this may be a very serious type of infection. A trip to urgent care is in order.
Will Cipro help abscesses?
That depends on the cause, but normally an abscess benefits at least as much from being drained as from antibiotics.
How do you treat dogs swollen tail at base?
If the base of the tail is swollen, it may be infected by a bite of another animal. The swelling will need to be drained by your veterinarian, and it may require antibiotics.
How is an abscess treated once it is drained?
the doctor will clean and irrigate the wound thoroughly with saline. If it is not too large or deep, the doctor may simply pack the abscess wound with gauze for 24-48 hours to absorb the pus and discharge
What causes a submandibular gland abscess besides your teeth?
Submandibular absess can be cause by Salmonella. Salmonella species represent uncommon causative agents in focal infections of the head and neck. An immunocompromised condition can be a critical predisposing factor for Salmonella submandibular abscess. They can also be caused by a deep tooth absess running down through the mandibal, earning it the name, "sub-mandibular". In either case, the infection can be quite painful, and very serious if left untreated. The absess needs to be drained and treated with antibiotics.
Intra-abdominal abscess?
DefinitionAn intra-abdominal abscess is an infected pocket of fluid and pus located inside the belly area (abdominal cavity). There may be more than one abscess.Alternative NamesAbscess - intra-abdominalCauses, incidence, and risk factorsAn intra-abdominal abscess can be caused by a ruptured appendix, ruptured diverticula, a parasite infection in the intestines (Entamoeba histolytica), or other condition.Risk factors include a history of appendicitis, diverticulitis, perforated ulcer disease, or any surgery that may have infected the abdominal cavity.SymptomsDepending on the location, symptoms may include:Abdominal pain and distentionChillsDiarrheaFeverLack of appetiteNauseaRectal tenderness and fullnessVomitingWeaknessSigns and testsA complete blood count may show a higher than normal white blood count.A CT scan of the abdomen will usually reveal an intra-abdominal abscess. After the CT scan is done, a needle may be placed through the skin into the abscess cavity to confirm the diagnosis and treat the abscess.Other tests may include:Abdominal x-rayLiver function tests,Ultrasound of the belly areaSometimes surgery called a laparotomy may be needed to diagnose this condition.TreatmentTreatment of an intra-abdominal abscess requires antibiotics (given by an IV) and drainage. Drainage involves placing a needle through the skin in the abscess, usually under x-ray guidance. The drain is then left in place for days or weeks until the abscess goes away.Occasionally, abscesses cannot be safely drained this way. In such cases, surgery must be done while the patient is under general anesthesia (unconscious and pain-free). A cut is made in the belly area (abdomen), and the abscess is drained and cleaned. A drain is left in the abscess cavity, and remains in place until the infection goes away.It is always important to identify and treat the cause of the abscess.Expectations (prognosis)The outlook depends on the original cause of the abscess and how bad the infection is. Generally, drainage is successful in treating intra-abdominal abscesses that have not spread.ComplicationsComplications include:Return of the abscessRupture of an abscessSpread of the infection to the bloodstreamWidespread infectionCalling your health care providerCall your doctor if you have severe abdominal pain, fevers, nausea, vomiting, or changes in bowel habits.ReferencesFry RD, Mahmoud N, Maron J, Ross HM, Rombeau J. Colon and rectum. In: Townsend CM, Beauchamp RD, Evers BM, Mattox KL, eds. Sabiston Textbook of Surgery. 18th ed. St. Louis, Mo: WB Saunders; 2008:chap.50.Marrero F, Qadeer MA, Lashner BA. Severe complications of inflammatory bowel disease. Med Clin North Am.2008;92(3):671-686.
