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A member asked:

How can i tell if a wound is infected or not? if it is infected, do i need to go to an er? i am terrified of getting mrsa or sepsis.

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

Specializes in General Practice

Pain fever abscess: Pain. Increasingly red, swollen, irritated skin. Presence of pus or abscess. Fever.

Answered 8/1/2014

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Dr. Alan Levine answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Must be seen: The only way to determine whether your wound is infected or not is to have a medical professional examine it. This could be your own physician, an urgent care facility or an ER. My preference would be in the order listed.

Answered 9/28/2016

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