…drainage is the treatment; antibiotics are normally neither necessary nor sufficient in an uncomplicated cutaneous abscess in an otherwise healthy person. There are two ways…

…the histology governs treatment. Suspected bullous dermatosis (which also requires a biopsy for direct immunofluorescence). Suspected cutaneous vasculitis, lymphoma or granulomatous disease. A treatment resistant…

…typically presents with: Extensive cutaneous and tendon xanthomas. Markedly elevated LDL C. Very premature, progressive ASCVD. Premature aortic stenosis. Cutaneous or tendon xanthomas before age…