Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
What is the difference between lancing and puncturing?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
It is similar: Punturing is done with a needle, but can be done by the tip of the blade as well, Lancing involves a smaller linear cut, for which a knife or calpel is used. Both techniques may be used to drain abscesses.
Answered 7/20/2015
2.5k views
Thank
Related Questions
A member asked:
Please tell me, could a tooth abscess be lanced?
8 doctors weighed in across 4 answers
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.
HIPAASecure
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
JCAHOAccredited
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
