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I went to the docs 3 days ago to pop an abscess in my groin area. im now on antibiotics but its swelling up again. with a head this time. should i wait a bit longer until its ready to pop? also should i continue with the antibiotics?

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Dr. Gregory Hines answered

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Antibiotics: Keep on the antibiotics for sure. Try a warm water sitz bath and see if it will open with pressure. You want it to drain.

Answered 6/10/2018

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A member asked:

I went to the docs 3 days ago to pop an abscess in my groin area. im now on antibiotics but its swelling up again. with a head this time. should i wait a bit longer until its ready to pop? also should i continue with the antibiotics?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Gregory Hines answered

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