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A member asked:

I had abcess on the side of my knee. i cut it myself and had all puss taken out. i ve a black mark at that place now. should i worry?i feel no pain

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Probably not: However, you should discuss this with the doctor who drained the abscess.

Answered 4/24/2013

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