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I have a young groin abcess and it has popped itself and has drained pus the past few days, would i need incision still or would it drain itself out?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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Not certain: An abscess can be loculated - which means it can have different compartments within it. If you pop an abscess - you may or may not have opened up all areas of loculation. That is why surgical incision and drainage is usually required. Please consult with your doctor.

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Answered 11/28/2017

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A member asked:

I have a young groin abcess and it has popped itself and has drained pus the past few days, would i need incision still or would it drain itself out?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Dr Chuu agreed

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