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My one foot has been swollen since may ive been to the dr 3 times and nothing they subscribe is working im also getting abscesses more frequently i have one now i soaked in epsom salt bath an today i popped it w massive amounts of pus what iswrong?
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Abscess: We don't know your medical history. But if you have a true abscess, than popping to release pus may not be adequate. Abscesses are often loculated, so each chamber needs to be broken up manually for healing to occur. Incision and drainage by a medical professional may be required.
Answered 7/25/2020
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