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What Is Healing Time For Axillary Abscess?
my daughter just had an axillary abscess I &D. The doctor packed it and she has been on Clindamyacin 150mg three pills, tid since 12-27. What is the usual healing time? How about showering, I am sure that shampoo will get in it inadvertantly. Please advise.Thanks,A concerned mom
Fri, 3 Jan 2020
Hello,
I suggest you to care for abscess which include wound repacking, soaking, washing, or bandaging for about 7 to 10 days.
This usually depends on the size and severity of the abscess.
After the first 2 days, drainage from the abscess should be minimal to none. All sores should heal in 10-14 days.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr. Blerina Pasho, General & Family Physician
I suggest you to care for abscess which include wound repacking, soaking, washing, or bandaging for about 7 to 10 days.
This usually depends on the size and severity of the abscess.
After the first 2 days, drainage from the abscess should be minimal to none. All sores should heal in 10-14 days.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr. Blerina Pasho, General & Family Physician
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