- male
- 30 Years
- 29/01/2025
I've been dealing with an abscess on my buttocks for the last 8 months, and it just won't go away. It causes a lot of itching, and now I've even noticed black spots appearing. It's really frustrating. What can I do to get rid of the abscess, the itching, and these black spots?
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
That could be Pilonidal Sinus,visit General surgeon for evaluation and appropriate management
Dr. Mubarak Suggests...
Consult a Dermatologist
Answered 04/07/2025
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I've got this bump that started off small, but after I accidentally scratched it, it got bigger. It's pretty red around the edges and really hurts when I touch it. I noticed there's some pus inside. Is it better to wait until the pus grows more before trying to squeeze it out? Then maybe take some antibiotics? I really want to get rid of this from the root, and I heard draining the pus is important. What should I do?
Yes it has to be drained out,do not squeeze it by yourself, visit surgeon for appropriate treatment
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Does using neem face wash cause skin darkening? My skin is oily and breaks out often, so I've been trying to manage it, but I've heard neem might make my skin turn black. Is there any truth to that?
Usually there is no such evidence visit dermatologist for appropriate managemnet of your concern.
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