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How to remove abscess packing and prevent infection?
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See below: Abscess packing can be handled in 2 ways. The packing can be slowly advanced (removed) an inch or 2 each day until it falls out. Alternatively abscess packing can be removed and replaced daily. Packing is needed until the abscess is felt to be completely drained or the opening is large enough to allow continued drainage without the need for packing to keep the wound open.
Answered 5/23/2014
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