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Is It Normal For An Infected Follicle Drain Area To Be Reddish And Warm?

Hi, I had what was diagnosed as an infected hair follicle drained by a doctor yesterday, she made a small incision and all the nasty stuff was drained, it is on the left side of my bikini line and about an inch in diameter. I am just wondering if it is normal for it to be a little red and hot to the touch after this procedure and for how long please? I have kept it clean and applied damp compresses as advised. Kate.
Mon, 16 Feb 2015
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Hello, Welcome to HCM.
I understand your concern.
It can be red and warm immediately after incision & drainage. But it should be resolving over time. So, you should expect gradual decrease in pain, warmth and redness. If it is not decreasing gradually or increasing after the procedure (which is less likely if the procedure was done adequately) then it is a matter of concern and you should visit the doctor again.
It is difficulty to precisely say how long the redness and warmth will last as it depends on factors like severity of abscess and extent of procedure, but I can only say it should be decreasing over time, for which you are the best judge to decide.
Hope this will be helpful.
Do ask if any further question is there.
Thanks for using HCM. Take care.
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Is It Normal For An Infected Follicle Drain Area To Be Reddish And Warm?

Hello, Welcome to HCM. I understand your concern. It can be red and warm immediately after incision & drainage. But it should be resolving over time. So, you should expect gradual decrease in pain, warmth and redness. If it is not decreasing gradually or increasing after the procedure (which is less likely if the procedure was done adequately) then it is a matter of concern and you should visit the doctor again. It is difficulty to precisely say how long the redness and warmth will last as it depends on factors like severity of abscess and extent of procedure, but I can only say it should be decreasing over time, for which you are the best judge to decide. Hope this will be helpful. Do ask if any further question is there. Thanks for using HCM. Take care.