Don't Miss
- Hormonal Meds for Birth Control, Menopause Linked to Brain Tumors
- These 3 Factors Make Your Brain More Vulnerable to Dementia
- High Rate of Suicidal Thoughts Among Black Men in Rural America: Study
- Just 30 Minutes Less Sitting Time Per Day Cuts Seniors’ High Blood Pressure
- Living in Poor Neighborhoods Nearly Doubles Risk of Heart Attacks, Stroke
- Obesity Genes Mean Some Folks Must Exercise More for Same Results
- SCOTUS Appears Skeptical of Arguments to Curb Abortion Pill Access
- Sleep Troubles Can Raise Your Blood Pressure: Study
- ADHD Meds Tied to Heart Damage in Young Adult Users
- Could Regular Exercise Cure Your Insomnia? New Research Says Yes
Health Tip: If You Have an Abscess
By LadyLively on July 3, 2018
An abscess forms when germs enter the body through an open wound.
An abscess often is raised and may feel warm and painful to the touch.
The Nemours Foundation advises against popping, pushing, squeezing or touching an abscess. You can apply a warm compress to the area, which may help open and drain the wound.
While many abscesses can be treated at home, some may require a doctor’s care. Nemours suggests monitoring for signs of a more serious infection:
- The abscess becomes painful, red and swollen.
- Red streaks appear near the infected area.
- You have significant pain or discomfort.
- You have chills or a fever.
Source: HealthDay
Copyright © 2024 HealthDay. All rights reserved.