09/29/2025
October '25 Health Tip - Incision and Drainage of Abscesses and Thrombosed Hemorrhoids
Do you have a very painful abscess, boil or hemorrhoid?
These can frequently be “lanced” or incised and drained to allow healing. Usually the area is cleansed and local anesthetic (numbing medicine) is injected. A scalpel or scissors is then used to open the abscess or hemorrhoid. Once the pus or clot is removed from inside the lesion, Dr. Saxer may need to remove some or all of the lining to help prevent recurrences. With abscesses, he may also pack the space with a cloth-like material to help remove further contents and allow it to heal faster. If a packing is placed, you or Dr. Saxer may need to replace it over the next several days. Antibiotics and pain meds may also need to be prescribed, and you’ll schedule a recheck.
Dr. Saxer performs many procedures for his patients to help diagnose or treat medical issues. If you need any procedure, make an appointment with Dr. Saxer. His fees are less than what you would pay through your insurance.