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Abscess (Cutaneous)

Management of skin and soft tissue abscesses.

Reviewed by Dr Kola Tytler MBBS CertHE MBA MRCGP (General Practitioner)
Last reviewed: 21 October 2025
DermatologySurgeryEmergency Medicine

Clinical Guidelines

British HIV Association guidelines for the management of tuberculosis in adults living with HIV 2011
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British HIV Association guidelines for the management of tuberculosis in adults living with HIV 2019 (2019 interim update)
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The American Association for Thoracic Surgery (AATS) consensus guidelines: Surgical treatment of infective endocarditis in adults
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Recent iatroX Q&As

  • What are the recommended guidelines for the incision and drainage of a cutaneous abscess in primary care?Updated: 8/22/2025
  • How can I differentiate between a simple abscess and a more complicated skin infection that may require referral?Updated: 8/22/2025
  • What are the indications for antibiotic therapy in patients with cutaneous abscesses?Updated: 8/22/2025
  • How should I manage a recurrent abscess in a patient with underlying conditions such as diabetes?Updated: 8/22/2025
  • What follow-up care is necessary after drainage of a cutaneous abscess to ensure proper healing?Updated: 8/22/2025
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