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What Is The Clear Liquid That Comes From A Wound?

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Posted on Sat, 9 Jun 2018
Question: I have several cat scratches on my lower calf to my inner ankle. They were cleaned with antiseptic and stopped bleeding almost immediately. However, they have been weeping clear fluid for over 24 hours. The area is not red or swollen. What is causing the liquid?
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Answered by Dr. Bonnie Berger-Durnbaugh (1 hour later)
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Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome,

Wounds can weep a serous fluid in the first 46-72 hours. It is a thin, watery, straw colored fluid. In small amounts it is normal. It is called a transudate and is produced by fluid being pushed through capillary walls. Increased capillary pressure causes more to come out, so elevating your leg is a very good idea. Watch the wounds closely to make sure it doesn't get red, hot and tender, which would be signs of bacterial infection. Also watch for signs of purulent discharge (pus).

I hope this information helps.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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Follow up: Dr. Bonnie Berger-Durnbaugh (6 minutes later)
Thank you for your help.
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Answered by Dr. Bonnie Berger-Durnbaugh (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Your welcome

Detailed Answer:
Your welcome, and I hope your wounds heal quickly.

Best regards,
Bonnie Berger-Durnbaugh, MD
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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What Is The Clear Liquid That Comes From A Wound?

Brief Answer: Information Detailed Answer: Hello and welcome, Wounds can weep a serous fluid in the first 46-72 hours. It is a thin, watery, straw colored fluid. In small amounts it is normal. It is called a transudate and is produced by fluid being pushed through capillary walls. Increased capillary pressure causes more to come out, so elevating your leg is a very good idea. Watch the wounds closely to make sure it doesn't get red, hot and tender, which would be signs of bacterial infection. Also watch for signs of purulent discharge (pus). I hope this information helps.