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What Causes Swelling And Pus In Shoulder?

I had some swelling on left shoulder for last 8-10 months. It used to smell very bad whenever I would touch it. In last few days, little pus started to come out which smelled horrible. Yesterday, I squeezed out a lot of pus from there, but there was still some left. Today morning when I woke up there was even bigger swelling and there is pain also. However on touching, it does not smell but hurts. This pain was never their before, however there used to be some itching earlier.Could you please let me know what is wrong with me and how I could fix it.
posted on Fri, 8 Aug 2014
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HI, thanks for using healthcare magic

Based on your description it is possible that you may have a cyst in that area which may have become infected.

A cyst is a sac that can form in different aspects of the body. The exact cause of formation is not known.

You need to consider visiting your doctor for treatment. This would include incision and drainage of the infected area.
Antibiotics would also be needed.

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What Causes Swelling And Pus In Shoulder?

HI, thanks for using healthcare magic Based on your description it is possible that you may have a cyst in that area which may have become infected. A cyst is a sac that can form in different aspects of the body. The exact cause of formation is not known. You need to consider visiting your doctor for treatment. This would include incision and drainage of the infected area. Antibiotics would also be needed. I hope this helps