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Is an abscess supposed to bleed?

I had a abscess lanced two days ago on my upper leg is bleeding and I have increased pain. Is an abscess supposed to bleed?

3 Answers

SurgeonAbscess
Yes, it can, especially if you were taking NSAIDs.
Yes it can drain after being lanced. Usually these are packed and slowly you pull out the packing at home. This will allow the abscess to close from the inside out. It should stop bleeding/draining if it continues for another day or so I would seek further medical attention just to be sure it is healing appropriately.
Any kind of incision may bleed for several days. I would contact the physician who drained the abscess about ongoing bleeding and especially for worsening pain.