Abscess query

Abscess query 

An abscess is nothing but a pocket filled with pus. This is caused when a bacterial infection causes a cavity. In some cases the cavity is caused by the introduction of some foreign material in the flesh.


This foreign material could be a splinter or a bullet or even a needle.   You will notice that your body develops an abscess when you have suffered an infection. The abscess contains pus and usually is surrounded by swollen flesh, which is an angry red in color.




If you have an abscess on your thigh or in the genital area, this is due to some infection. Avoid touching the abscess. Don't scratch, pinch or squeeze the abscess since this will only cause it to break and could result in the spread of the infection. Instead, you can dip a towel in some hot water and hold this to the abscess. Do this as often as you can, keeping the temperature of the water as high as you can manage. This will help the abscess heal. Keep the area around the abscess clean and dry. Wash it with warm water and then pat it dry. You should ensure that you wear loose underclothes. Avoid wearing clothes that cling to you, since this will only chafe against the abscess.  You should consult a doctor at the earliest.