Question 1

i've had an abscess for one and a half years now, how can i get it removed?

Accepted Answer

Depends where...: Axillary or inguinal abscesses are very hard to remove and the diagnosis is hidradinitis suppurative is difficult to treat. Sometimes hormonal regulation using birth control or a medicing like spironolactone can be useful. 
Best person to see for this is a general surgeon.

Question 2

what happens when abscess packing is removed?

Accepted Answer

See below: Abscess packing can be handled in 2 ways.  The packing can be slowly advanced (removed) an inch or 2 each day until it falls out.  The abscess packing can be removed and replaced daily. Packing is needed until the abscess is completely drained or the opening is large enough to stay open. When the packing is removed the wound and tissue defect closes and heals.

Question 3

hello. i have had an abscess removed from my back and it now needs daily packing. how long will this take? i have been told it could be up to a month

Accepted Answer

Healing wound: This abscess cavity will heal by "secondary intention".  This means that the wound will heal on its own without stitches.  Healing time depends upon the size of the wound, your overall health, and weather the infection is resolved.  If all pus is out, and you have no diabetes and are a non-smoker, it will likely heal in less than a month.  If it is a large cavity it could take longer.  Good luck!

Question 4

hi, i've had anal abscess it was surgically removed but it never healed are there any remedies for this thanks in advance ?

Accepted Answer

Complication: If a perianal abscess does not heal that may indicate a complication like perianal sinus or fistula. See your surgeon soon

Question 5

i have the symptoms of peritonsillar abscess 
do i have to get the puss pocket surgically removed? 
i'm 18 
the puss pocket hurts

Accepted Answer

Tonsil: You should go to the ER now to have it checked and possibly drained.

Question 6

i had an abscess that was cut and drained in my navel a couple days ago and he packed my wound with this packing stuff. he did not tell me how long to leave it in and i am concerned on if it should be removed?

Accepted Answer

OK to remove: Packing abscesses doesn't really prevent recurrent infection. Keep the area covered with a bandage if it is draining and keep it clean by washing with soap and water daily. Thanks for trusting HealthTap!

Question 7

should i go to a dr or hospital to have a perianal abscess removed?

Accepted Answer

Colorectal surgeon: If you can get an appointment soon then a colorectal surgeon,otherwise to ER.However, if is a perirectal abscess will likely take you to the OR to drain.

Question 8

can you get rid of an abscess without going to dentist as i am terrified of them also tooth has already been removed?

Accepted Answer

Sorry: Sounds like you had a tough time at the dentist's office.  If the extraction site is still infected after an extraction, something is wrong, and it is unlikely to get better on its own.  Find a caring, compassionate dentist for an opinion.

Question 9

cellulitis and abscess of trunk diagnosis. will this go away on it's own? er dr. said it needs to be removed, my surgeon says otherwise. dim. 3.7x2.6

Accepted Answer

Abscess: They may both be right, it is just a matter of timing.   Usually infection on the skin starts as a red area called cellulitis an progresses to an abscess sometimes which is a pus collection.  You may also have an infected sebaceous cyst and in some instances it is best to cool off with antibiotics and removed later unless an abscess is formed.

Question 10

after getting a rectal abscess removed, is it common to have sore butt?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Generally sore for a few weeks as it heals.

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I've had an abscess for one and a half years now, how can i get it removed?

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What happens when abscess packing is removed?

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Hello. i have had an abscess removed from my back and it now needs daily packing. how long will this take? i have been told it could be up to a month

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Hi, i've had anal abscess it was surgically removed but it never healed are there any remedies for this thanks in advance ?

A member asked:

I have the symptoms of peritonsillar abscess do i have to get the puss pocket surgically removed? i'm 18 the puss pocket hurts

A member asked:

I had an abscess that was cut and drained in my navel a couple days ago and he packed my wound with this packing stuff. he did not tell me how long to leave it in and i am concerned on if it should be removed?

A member asked:

Should i go to a dr or hospital to have a perianal abscess removed?

A member asked:

Can you get rid of an abscess without going to dentist as i am terrified of them also tooth has already been removed?

A member asked:

Cellulitis and abscess of trunk diagnosis. will this go away on it's own? er dr. said it needs to be removed, my surgeon says otherwise. dim. 3.7x2.6

A member asked:

After getting a rectal abscess removed, is it common to have sore butt?

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