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Have anal abscess. tried to pop it, popped, but nothing came out, i guess the pus went inside and upwards? should i be scared now?!

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Dr. Katharine Cox answered

Specializes in Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Abscess: Abscesses need to be drained and in this area also require antibiotics. Be checked and treated. All the best.

Answered 7/3/2018

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Scared ..not so much: Anal or peri anal abscesses often require surgical drainage. They also may require a exploration to find and remove a fistula tract that may have caused it to begin with. I wouldn't worry about "lost pus", but would expect a recurrence & need for more work.

Answered 7/3/2018

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