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Diagnosed Infected Sweat Gland For Painful Lump On Neck Oozing Pus. Advice
Hi I have lump on my neck that the doctor said was an infected sweat gland. Well it bust yesterday and keeps oozing pus should I squeeze the remainder pus or just let it drain on it's own? It is very painful to the touch so I have just been put hot compresses on it and taking both antibiotics prescribed to me.
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Hi, Thanks for asking on HCM
I would advice that you take an anti-inflammatory/painkiller also. Ibuprofen is an option. Its available OTC.
Continue with oral antibiotics for a week or so. It should resolve with it.
Squeezing should be avoided because it might lead to spread of infection to the surrounding tissues.
take care
I would advice that you take an anti-inflammatory/painkiller also. Ibuprofen is an option. Its available OTC.
Continue with oral antibiotics for a week or so. It should resolve with it.
Squeezing should be avoided because it might lead to spread of infection to the surrounding tissues.
take care
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