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I am experiencing groin lump. if you squeeze it releases smelly puss. ?

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Dr. Christine Hom answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Local infection: If pus can drain out of the infected area, that is a good sign. You will want to have a doctor look at this and consider whether antibiotics are also needed.

Answered 4/20/2018

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