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Skin Abscess
Alternate Names : Abscess - Skin, Cutaneous Abscess, Subcutaneous Abscess
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Skin Abscess Treatment
The goal of treatment is to cure the infection. The doctor may cut and drain the abscess to clean the area and control the infection. Antibiotics such as dicloxacillin are given to control the infection.
Heat (such as warm compresses) may speed healing, reduce inflammation, and make the area feel better. Elevate the affected part to reduce swelling and inflammation.
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• Definition
• Skin Abscess Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors
• Skin Abscess Symptoms & Signs
• Skin Abscess Prevention
• Skin Abscess Diagnosis & Tests
• Skin Abscess Treatment
• Skin Abscess Prognosis
• Skin Abscess Complications
• Calling Your Health Care Provider
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Review Date : 4/15/2003
Reviewed By : Michael Lehrer, M.D., Department of Dermatology, University of Pennsylvania Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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