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Injection Abscess

Intramuscular injection abscess is an abscess of the gluteal intramuscular region marked by inflammation and pus formation. If it forms in the subcutaneous tissues, it is called an epidural abscess. Clinical presentations include soreness, erythema, redness, swelling, tenderness, and temperature. Staphylococcus aureus or streptococcus is responsible for the abscess. It is managed by incision, drainage, dressing, and adequate wound care.

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Why do I get pain in the injection site on touching?

Query: Hello doctor, I am a 40-year-old male. Post IM injection area is paining both sides of the thighs. I have taken Gentamicin 80 mg injection twice daily for five days for UTI (urinary tract infection). If I touch the area and press on it, it is paining little. Both sides of the injection site be...  Read Full »

Dr. Mohammad Rajja

Dr. Mohammad Rajja

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Gentamicin 80 mg injection IV (intravenous) is better than IM (intramuscular). As Gentamycin is in crystal form it will accumulate in the muscular area. Further, there are chances of infection. However, you can do hot compression on the infected and swelling area. It...  Read Full »

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