Hi there, Thanks for your query. You have apparently developed secondary bacterial infection, due to intrusion of bacteria into the deeper tissues, through the breached skin. The infection has now spread into the surrounding tissues, along with swelling within the infected area. Perhaps, cellulitis has already developed. A course of suitable antibiotics + anti-inflammatory drugs will heal the infection. The numbness is either due to associated nerve injury or, nerve compression due to increased pressure in the infected area. Consult your doctor and apprise him of my opinion. I am certain that he will agree with me, order required tests, and- based on the reports- will prescribe suitable/modified treatment as advised. In case of any further queries, revert back to me THROUGH DIRECT PREMIUM QUERY (Paid), addressed to me personally. You will receive- almost immediately- my response in great details. If you find my response helpful and informative, do not forget an “excellent” (5-star rating) to my answer, to ENCOURAGE all doctors- engaged in social service- to render sound advice to the FREE queries. Fond regards and have a nice day Dr. Rakesh Karanwal