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What Does Puss From A Scab On The Scalp Indicate?

My girlfriend had a spot on her scalp where I noticed the texture of her scalp was off. It seemed almost like cream. I was able to squeeze about two rice grains of puss (?) Out and it exposed a hole. No blood and the consistency was not moist, like dried lotion but still soft and pliable. I attempted to squeeze more and caused bleeding. I removed the scab and a little more puss about a week later. Several weeks later she had scratched off the scab and I checked it again. About 3 rice grains worth of puss came out. She also says it feels good and that it relieves a pressure in her head. Is this something serious or is it just a possible infection risk that is easily manageable by proper hygiene?
Fri, 23 Feb 2018
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Dermatologist 's  Response
hi there
1. your concern may be folliculitis or furuncle
2. you can try tbact oint twice daily on the affected areas
3. use scalpe shampoo weekly twice , use only soft water for washing the scalp
4. avoid dehydration
5. avoid oii massage
6. plan for pus culture and sensitivity for starting oral appreciate antibiotics
this will help you
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What Does Puss From A Scab On The Scalp Indicate?

hi there 1. your concern may be folliculitis or furuncle 2. you can try tbact oint twice daily on the affected areas 3. use scalpe shampoo weekly twice , use only soft water for washing the scalp 4. avoid dehydration 5. avoid oii massage 6. plan for pus culture and sensitivity for starting oral appreciate antibiotics this will help you