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I had an incision and drainage of abscess two days ago. how do i clean my wound and keep it clean?
3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Shower and keep dry: If there was packing take it out and shower normally. Use mild soap and keep it dry with gauge. May need to change it frequently if lot of drainage. If they instructed u to pack it, then follow there directions. U also need to c ur doctor to make sure it is healing well.
Answered 10/24/2017
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Incision and drainag: If its in the mouth than after 24hrs use warm salt water 3-5x a day to keep the area clean a draining of fluid. Sometimes a antibacterial rinse is prescribed instead. Use antibiotics if they were prescribed. Follow the dr's recommendations.
Answered 6/22/2016
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