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What Is The Treatment For Pain And Discomfort In The Lump?
I was bitten by a german shepherd over two weeks ago. Bruising was extensive and still present but improving. I have had all of my sutures removes, but now I have developed an egg sized hard lump, under the skin, near the wound. It is causing pain and discomfort. Is this normal or should I have it checked by a doctor.
Thu, 5 Feb 2015
Hi,
It seems that there might be having secondary bacterial infection on suture site giving rise hard lump.
Clean the part with antiseptic lotion and go for dressing with antibiotic cream.
Go for one antibiotic medicine course for 3-5 days to clear infection.
Go for tetanus toxoid and ARV shots if not took.
Ok and take care.
It seems that there might be having secondary bacterial infection on suture site giving rise hard lump.
Clean the part with antiseptic lotion and go for dressing with antibiotic cream.
Go for one antibiotic medicine course for 3-5 days to clear infection.
Go for tetanus toxoid and ARV shots if not took.
Ok and take care.
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