Abscess

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Abscess is a collection of pus caused by Staphylococcus aureus. 

Clinical presentation 

• Painful pus-filled nodule
• Inflammatory erythematous plaque
• Lymphangitis  and  satellite  nodes may be experienced
• Fluctuant palpable swelling
• Fever is rare

Non-pharmacological Treatment 

• By placing hot compresses over the swelling until it breaks

Surgical Treatment 

• Incision and drainage

Pharmacological Treatment 

Indicated in immunosuppressed patient, involvement of the face. 

A: erythromycin (PO): Adult 500mg; paediatric 25–50mg/kg 8hourly for 7–10days 

OR 

C: flucloxacillin + amoxicillin (FDC) (PO): Adult 500mg; paediatric 25mg/kg 6hourly for 7–10days