An abscess of the skin, commonly referred to as a boil, is a pimple that is filled with pus and occurs due to an infection that is caused beneath the skin. When untreated, abscesses tend to not heal on their own and can get worse or cause complications. At WeCare Clinic, we provide quick abscess drainage at our clinics located at Ukay Boulevard, Desa Melawati, and Setiawangsa.

If you have a pimple that is painful, swelling, warm, and infected, do not just hope for the best as the situation will not likely fix itself.

Symptoms that Need Urgent Care

Not all lumps in the skin require urgent attention, but there are specific indications for treatment to be taken immediately:

• Increasing pain, redness, or swelling on the area where the lump occurs
• Warmth on touch, usually indicative of infection
• Presence of pus in the middle of the lump
• General feeling of sickness or fever, which might be an indication of spread of the infection
• Rapid growth of the abscess within a short period
• Appearance of red lines starting from the abscess, which is an indication that the infection is traveling under the skin
• Failure of home remedy for several days, including application of heat

What Is an Abscess and Why Drainage Is Needed

The formation of an abscess occurs when the body’s natural immune reaction traps bacteria along with dead tissues in a pocket beneath the skin to create a collection of pus. Unlike other common types of skin infections, the healing of an abscess infection doesn’t depend merely on the administration of antibiotics as the pus needs to be drained for recovery as antibiotics cannot effectively access the abscess pocket.

That’s why other alternative treatments are not sufficient for a true abscess infection.

The Drainage Procedure

The drainage of an abscess, known medically as incision and drainage, is a minor surgical procedure that usually takes one visit to complete.

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Post-Procedure Wound Care

Aftercare is crucial for healing and avoiding complications. Some general recommendations include:

• Maintain cleanliness of the site according to your doctor’s specific directions
• Ensure that dressings are changed as recommended, especially in cases when packing of the abscess was performed
• Continue treatment with antibiotics even if you start feeling better immediately after treatment
• Do not press or disturb the area as this might complicate healing or cause infection again
• Be aware of possible re-infection, manifested by swelling, redness, warmth or presence of pus
• If needed, make follow-up visits in order to remove packing or monitor wound

Most of the abscesses resolve positively after appropriate drainage and aftercare, although large or deep abscesses may require more time and attention.

When to Return for Follow-Up

Contact WeCare Clinic or consult a physician if after draining you experience any of the following symptoms:

• Pain, swelling, or redness increasing instead of getting better
• Developing fever
• Ineffective draining or closure of the wound too soon
• Packing material that seems to have become displaced or falls out before recommended

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Who Is More Liable to Abscesses

Although abscesses may occur in anybody, certain things make it more probable for abscesses to occur:

• Diabetes, which makes it difficult for the body to defend itself against any infections
• Weakness in the immune system caused by taking particular medicines or other health complications
• Poor hygiene in a certain region of the body
• Ingrown hairs
• History of having abscesses because certain people develop skin infections easily
• Any skin disease causing breakage on the skin surface

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need an appointment, or can I walk in for abscess drainage?

We take walk-ins, but if you would like an appointment today, please call to confirm our availability since abscess drainage requires immediate attention. You can always visit any of the branches near you for an appointment today.

Is abscess drainage painful?

We do the procedure using local anaesthesia, so experiencing pain while the procedure is being done is very rare but a pressure sensation may occur in the process.

Will I need antibiotics after drainage?

This will depend on the extent of the abscess and whether there is an infection spreading throughout the body. Your doctor will inform you about whether you need antibiotics along with the procedure.

Can an abscess come back after drainage?

Some abscesses can come back again due to recurrence especially if the underlying cause was not found or the abscess was not completely drained. Follow-up instructions and appointments will help prevent this from happening.

Does WeCare Clinic accept insurance for abscess drainage?

Yes, we accept many forms of insurance and corporate panels such as PMCare, AIA, Perkeso, HealthConnect, MiCare, CompuMed, and EMAS.

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