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Possible infected cut

2017-06-14 02:21:19
I scrapped my knee about a week or two ago, the cut wasn't that bad but i think i bruised the bone so it hurt every time i walked or moved my knee. the cut developed a green mucus layer over the top which i took off. but all around the scab is pink and it throbs all the time and has shooting pain. should i wait it out and use ibuprofen & ice?
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Since the wound as per your description is about 1-2 weeks old and still painful there are strong chances of there being a secondary infection. You should consult a dermatologist or a surgeon at the earliest to avoid any further damage.
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dont use ice on an open wound.

Answered2017-06-14 02:28:14

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