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My abscess burst today. i am on antibiotics. how long does it take for the pus to drain? i am currently trying to absorb with tissues but still coming
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Needs to drain: Hi. You cannot cure an abscess with antibiotics alone. The abscess needs to be incised and drained. Try to gently manipulate the abscess to encourage drainage. Now the antibiotics can do their job! Good luck!
Answered 2/24/2018
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