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Hi there i have abcesses . which pus came out but right now it's very hot to touch . hot flushes n sweats area is very red?

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

You are: describing an acute (active) infection (cellulitis) SEEK MEDICAL Professional ASAP you need a "hands on" Examination! Hope this helps Dr Z

Answered 10/24/2017

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Dr. Thomas Anker answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Drain and clean.: Sounds painful. This needs to opened and drained in a clean environment. The danger is that the infection reaches your bloodstream and becomes systemic. This will make you feel very ill which sounds like you may be. Seek prompt medical attention to have the abscess opened and drained. You will likely me administered antibiotics. Go now.

Answered 9/9/2017

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Dr. answered

As discussed: Running hot soapy water on it will help with the infection till you can get to your doctors

Answered 12/4/2017

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Dr. answered

Dr visit: You may still have pus that needs to be released or the infection could have spread to the surrounding skin (cellulitis). if it is the latter, you may require a course of antibiotics to resolve the infection.

Answered 12/4/2017

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Dr. answered

Urgent assessment : Is needed to make sure the abscess is going to drain fully and no further intervention required

Answered 12/12/2017

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