Hi,I am Dr. Amitkumar Sharma (Internal Medicine Specialist). I will be looking into your question and guiding you through the process. Please write your question below.
Is A Wound On Knee Turning Green Indicate Infection?
I've had a wound on my knee from falling on a sidewalk and skinned it badly. I didn't go to a doctor because I figured I didn't need one and it was going to be fine. Its day 3 with this wound and its starting to turn green. I'm not really concerned, I'd just like to know if it's infected, it's normal and stuff like that. Whenever it gets wet or when it rubs against my leggings it comes off when it's really close and it feels kind of like vaseline and bleeds a bit. It's on my lower knee and is about 3 cm wide and 1 cm tall. I've also felt a little pain in my entire left leg, and also want to know what that's all about. Advice on what i should do to treat it and if that green stuff is bad or not? Thanks.
Tue, 9 Sep 2014
Infectious Diseases Specialist, Dr. Aditi Garg's Response
dear, If I would be at your place first thing I would do is show my wound to a doctor nearby. the green coloured thing oozing out of your wound is pus, which means infection. infections need to be taken care of properly as it will otherwise either heal late & may lead to increase in the pain & other co-morbidities. you should first & foremost clean the wound with dettol/savlon & put some topical antibiotics & start an antibiotic course which your doctor will prescribe.
I find this answer helpful
You found this answer helpful
Note: For more detailed guidance, please consult an Internal Medicine Specialist, with your latest reports. Click here..
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]
We use cookies in order to offer you most relevant experience and using this website you acknowledge that you have already read and understood our
Privacy Policy
Is A Wound On Knee Turning Green Indicate Infection?
dear, If I would be at your place first thing I would do is show my wound to a doctor nearby. the green coloured thing oozing out of your wound is pus, which means infection. infections need to be taken care of properly as it will otherwise either heal late & may lead to increase in the pain & other co-morbidities. you should first & foremost clean the wound with dettol/savlon & put some topical antibiotics & start an antibiotic course which your doctor will prescribe.