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I have a quarter inch size hole in my arm that is full of puss. what could it be?
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Infection: likely so see doctor have them get culture and give antibiotics
Answered 11/21/2014
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Sounds like an: infection/abscess collection. It likely will need to be drained by a physician and a course of antibiotics prescribed.
Answered 8/26/2014
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