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Have a lump on my ankle with scab took scab off lil pus came out now its hard and painful what is it? there's something still n it my ankle n foot sw

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Dr. Marybeth Crane answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Can be abscess: Sounds like you have an abscess. Time to go to your doctor and get it drained.

Answered 2/5/2014

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Dr. Steven Sheskier answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Surgery

Infection: Sounds like you have an infection. The lump on your ankle may be an abscess that is trying to drain or a cellulitis (generalized infection of the tissue). Regardless, you should see a doctor and get it treated. This may include taking a culture then antibiotics.

Answered 5/10/2013

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Pus: Appears as if you have an infection and should get it treated with antibiotics before it spreads.

Answered 5/10/2013

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