A member asked:

I plucked my butt hair a few days ago and i think it may have gone infected(anal abscess?). should i get myself checked or will home remedy work?

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Perianal abscess: It is not uncommon that by plucking a hair in the perianal area that an abscess can develop. The area is constantly contaminated and at risk for infection. Should that happen, warm sitz baths 2-3x/day help bring vascular supply to the area needed for healing. If the site doesn't resolve, then antibiotics may be needed. Rare for surgical intervention.

Answered 12/31/2015

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