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Should Puss On Back Due To Potts Disease Be Removed By Needle?
Hi Doc, I am 25yrs, 5 10 , 54 kg male. I was recenty diagnosed with Pott s disease, tb of bone (spinal D12-L5) . There is collection of pus on my back. Do I need to remove it by needle? The doctor that I consulted said that it was up to me. What do you suggest?
Wed, 1 Jul 2020
Hello,
In my opinion, any abscess or puss collection should be removed it feasible. So, you should go for removal if your Doctor thinks it is better for you.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Erion Spaho, Neurologist, Surgical
In my opinion, any abscess or puss collection should be removed it feasible. So, you should go for removal if your Doctor thinks it is better for you.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Erion Spaho, Neurologist, Surgical
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