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What Causes Black Skin Around The Wound?

Posted on Mon, 3 Aug 2015

Question: I have infected wound, injured 8days ago, started antibiotics on Friday because of spreading redness and increased swelling - currently taking substitute for Bactrim and azithromycin. I went to ER on Sat when my wound was cleaned and the dead, black skin on the edges was cut out plus I got tetanus and immune system boosting shots. Unfortunately, the blackening is happening again. Good news - redness and swelling have almost fully disappeared. I am sending the picture of my wound. Would appreciate your opinion.

Answered by Dr. Nidhi Setia (3 hours later)

Brief Answer:
wound should be cleaned again.

Detailed Answer:
Hello
Welcome to HCM.
I understand your concerns.

I have seen the images of your wound.
The redness and swelling has reduced. This means that inflammation has substantially reduced.

The blackening which is happening again may interfere with healing process.

I would advice you to visit your doctor again..
The would should be cleaned again and redressed.
Meanwhile, continue with your antibiotics.

Hope this helps.
Feel free to ask further.
Thanks.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T

Follow up: Dr. Nidhi Setia (33 minutes later)

Is it urgent to clean the wound again or can I observe it for longer. It is 8.20 pm now, can I wait till tomorrow?

Answered by Dr. Nidhi Setia (27 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
wound should be cleaned.

Detailed Answer:
I think it should be cleaned.

You can go to your doctor in the morning.
Please Do not panic.

I wish you speedy recovery.
Take care.
Thanks.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Yogesh D