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Are The Stitches On My Lip Infected?

had 3 stiches and glue on my upper lip to my nose on sat. i was galloping a horse at work and the horse that was infront shoe came off and caught me.i v been laughing and i felt like a split it a tiny bit jst v small n sum watery yellow n red came out.is it infected?
Mon, 28 Apr 2014
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Infectious Diseases Specialist 's  Response
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The history and symptoms suggests that you may be having the infection of the affected area but it should be examined to know the presence of the infection. As there is a discharge following the injury it is a protective mechanism of the body.

To confirm the presence of infection you rs acquires physical examination. If there is any infection you requires
1. Topical Antibiotic cream
2.Oral Antibiotics like Tab Augmentin, twice daily for 5 days
3.Oral Analgesics.
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Are The Stitches On My Lip Infected?

Hello, Welcome to HCM The history and symptoms suggests that you may be having the infection of the affected area but it should be examined to know the presence of the infection. As there is a discharge following the injury it is a protective mechanism of the body. To confirm the presence of infection you rs acquires physical examination. If there is any infection you requires 1. Topical Antibiotic cream 2.Oral Antibiotics like Tab Augmentin, twice daily for 5 days 3.Oral Analgesics. Thank you.