Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

Huge Lump On Buttocks, Insect Bite, Skin Peeling, Bruised, Pus Filled. Treatment?

I have a huge lump on my upper right buttcheek & I asked my doctor about it & she said it will slowly disapprove but it s been a month & all it has done is started pealing. I think it s an insect bite its a huge lump & I think it s bruised because it hurts when I even lightly touch it there are three dots inside like white as if there were pimples or something? I ve attempted to pop them but like I said it hurts it s bruised. Or swollen? & Im thinking about just sticking it with a needle & getting probably puss out? Although I m not sure if that ll be safe or of its web puss ,please help!
Mon, 16 Jul 2012
Report Abuse
General & Family Physician,  's  Response
Hi.
Thanks for seeking advice through HCM.
You seem to be having an abscess which needs a lot of hot water fomentation. For GOD's sake don't puncture it with a needle as it can complicate things. As it is a month old the pus / secretions inside could be very thick & hence may need surgical excision called I&D[Incision & Drainage] by a surgeon.
You may also need antibiotics & anti inflammatory drugs.
Take care.
I find this answer helpful
Note: Hope the answers resolves your concerns, however for further guidance of skin related queries consult our Dermatologist.Click here to book a consultation
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Recent questions on Incision and drainage


Loading Online Doctors....
Huge Lump On Buttocks, Insect Bite, Skin Peeling, Bruised, Pus Filled. Treatment?

Hi. Thanks for seeking advice through HCM. You seem to be having an abscess which needs a lot of hot water fomentation. For GOD s sake don t puncture it with a needle as it can complicate things. As it is a month old the pus / secretions inside could be very thick & hence may need surgical excision called I&D[Incision & Drainage] by a surgeon. You may also need antibiotics & anti inflammatory drugs. Take care.