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What Causes An Abscess On The Arm With Swelling On The Face?

My 23 year old son is an iv drug user. He recently had an absess on his arm and now has a long bruise like thing runnin along the side of his spine. He also has a rash on his upper body and swelling on his face. I am so worried that this could be something very serious.

Mon, 22 Jun 2015
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I welcome you to healthcare magic for your health concerns
I am Dr Fahim and I will be looking into your problem

     I have gone through your question, understood and appreciate your concern for your son. It appears to be cellulitis; infection in the subcutaneous tissues. Intravenous drug abuser are at much increased risks of such infections with lead points from the site of injections. This is a serious thing, you need to see a general surgeon. Who after evaluation may admit him for intravenous antibiotics administration along with incision and drainage of the abscess.

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What Causes An Abscess On The Arm With Swelling On The Face?

I welcome you to healthcare magic for your health concerns I am Dr Fahim and I will be looking into your problem I have gone through your question, understood and appreciate your concern for your son. It appears to be cellulitis; infection in the subcutaneous tissues. Intravenous drug abuser are at much increased risks of such infections with lead points from the site of injections. This is a serious thing, you need to see a general surgeon. Who after evaluation may admit him for intravenous antibiotics administration along with incision and drainage of the abscess. I hope my answer will help. Do rate if you like it. Regards