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What Causes Pus Oozing, Swollen, Sore Toe?
Hello i have a swollen and sore toe it is not very big but small crystals and puss come out if i look and squeese it and i was just wondering how to stop it. It has been here for about a week and a half to 2 weeks Thank you P.s i also soaked my feet in salt and anti septic water just to help it helped for about a half hour then it hurt again
Tue, 28 Apr 2020
Hello,
I suggest you to consult your primary healthcare provider for prescription of pain killer. The pus needs to be sent for culture and drug sensitivity to identify the causative micro-organism. The swelling and pain can be due to gout. Clinical assessment and investigations are required for correct diagnosis.
Thanks and take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shailja Puri, Pathologist and Microbiologist
I suggest you to consult your primary healthcare provider for prescription of pain killer. The pus needs to be sent for culture and drug sensitivity to identify the causative micro-organism. The swelling and pain can be due to gout. Clinical assessment and investigations are required for correct diagnosis.
Thanks and take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shailja Puri, Pathologist and Microbiologist
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