Cork Doctor

Opening Hours:

Mon-Thurs 8:00 – 13:00, 14:00 – 17:00

Fri 8:00 – 13:00, 14:00 – 16:30

Emergency: 999

SouthDoc: 0818 355 999

Incision and drainage of abscess

Incision and drainage of the abscess is a minor surgical procedure to release pus or pressure built up under the skin. It is performed by treating the area with an antiseptic, such as iodine-based solution, and then making a small incision to puncture the skin using the sterile instrument. This allows pus fluid to escape by draining out through the incision.

Incision and drainage of the abscess is a minor surgical procedure to release pus or pressure built up under the skin. It is performed by treating the area with an antiseptic, such as iodine-based solution, and then making a small incision to puncture the skin using the sterile instrument. This allows pus fluid to escape by draining out through the incision.

Cost / Price:

Covered by Private Health Insurance

If you don’t have Private Health Insurance please call at 021 487 2555 for information

Appointment Duration:

15-30 minutes

Please call at 021 487 2555 to book an appointment

Frequently Asked Questions

Important Notice: Temporary Surgery Closure

Due to ESB and water outage today, Tuesday 15th July, the surgery has to remain closed.  In case of emergency, please ring 999 or 112.

We will be open again as usual tomorrow, Wednesday 16th July.  We apologise for any inconvenience caused.