Bright green drainage from an HS lesion is worth paying attention to. Green or yellow-green pus is often a sign of a bacterial infection in the affected area.
HS lesions are primarily caused by inflammation, but bacterial infections can develop on top of that — and the two can happen at the same time. It's a good idea to Show Full Answer
Bright green drainage from an HS lesion is worth paying attention to. Green or yellow-green pus is often a sign of a bacterial infection in the affected area.
HS lesions are primarily caused by inflammation, but bacterial infections can develop on top of that — and the two can happen at the same time. It's a good idea to contact a healthcare provider or dermatologist if:
- Drainage is an unusual color (like bright green)
- There's a strong or worsening odor
- The skin around the lesion is rapidly changing color or spreading
- A fever develops
These can all be signs that an infection needs treatment, which may be different from how a typical HS flare is managed. In the meantime, some helpful steps to manage the area include:
- Keeping the area clean with gentle soap and water
- Applying sterile, highly absorbent dressings
- Changing dressings regularly to prevent irritation and odor
- Avoiding squeezing or trying to drain the lesion at home
- Wearing loose clothing to reduce friction
Getting checked out sooner rather than later is the safest move with green drainage — better safe than sorry!
October 16
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