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My 18 mo. son had what appeared to be a boil on his butt. it popped and blood and puss came out what should i do he is in pain?

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Dr. Subir Mitra answered

Abscess: I would see your pediatrician as he will need antibiotics and possibly further drainage of the abscess.

Dr Ferdowsi and another doctor agreed

Answered 3/2/2012

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A member asked:

My 18 mo. son had what appeared to be a boil on his butt. it popped and blood and puss came out what should i do he is in pain?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Subir Mitra answered

Dr Ferdowsi and another doctor agreed

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