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I believe i mate have cellulitis. i have a fever, headache. it was an abscess, after it popped the skin around it became black, its on the back skin of my knee. i have an appointment with my doctor on monday morning. wait or go to the hospital? thx?
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Depending on your health status, this could be serious. It you have diabetes it would be prudent to go to the ER of a nearby hospital as you may need to start antibiotic treatment at the earliest. Wish you good health!
Answered 2/26/2022
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