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What Causes Itchy And Painful Lump With Pus On Leg?

hi i had someone come into work with a 3 by 3 inch red rash spot on his leg today it was swollen and said it itched, hurt, and had some hard lumps in the middle of it that he said puss came out if he pinched them. He also stated that he had one come up last week on his other leg that was the same thing that lasted for about 4-5 days and then went away.
Wed, 17 Sep 2014
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1.The history suggest the most possible cause will be infected abscess / collection.
2.The possible cause could be hair follicular infection.
3.A course of antibiotic will help, if not then a small incision and drainage followed by antibiotic treatment are suggested.
4.An ultrasound examination will help delineate the nature of the lesion, its source and extensions.
5.Depending on the findings - the treatment will be accordingly. Good luck.

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What Causes Itchy And Painful Lump With Pus On Leg?

Welcome to health care magic. 1.The history suggest the most possible cause will be infected abscess / collection. 2.The possible cause could be hair follicular infection. 3.A course of antibiotic will help, if not then a small incision and drainage followed by antibiotic treatment are suggested. 4.An ultrasound examination will help delineate the nature of the lesion, its source and extensions. 5.Depending on the findings - the treatment will be accordingly. Good luck. Hope i have answered your query. Any thing to ask do not hesitate. Thank you.