A member asked:

Dtr pregnant . has had weekly progesterone she had shot tues site red painful dr said infection is this common? dangerous? started her on abt

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Dr. Kathleen Mullane answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Careful monitoring: Any skin break (a cut or a needle/scalpel from a healthcare worker) risks infection, even if the area is cleaned & disinfected first because deep hair follicles have bacteria & we may not eradicate all. Any medication/ fillers can cause allergic reactions resembling infection. Some infections are more serious.Cellulitis: antibiotics/warm packs. Abscess: drainage. Allergy: antihistamines/steroids.

Answered 3/29/2013

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