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Infected sebaceous cyst on my jaw. been on antib's a few days, but it has only gotten more red. it started leaking pus today. do i need it drained?

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Dr. J. Lawrence Dohan answered

Yes: Proper drainage aids and accelerates healing of these. Antibiotics are usually of no value.

Answered 12/28/2017

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A member asked:

Infected sebaceous cyst on my jaw. been on antib's a few days, but it has only gotten more red. it started leaking pus today. do i need it drained?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. J. Lawrence Dohan answered

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