Author Topic: Too late, too stupid, but need advice (Read 7782 times)

Therewolf · « **on:** May 29, 2012, 07:11:53 AM »

Over the weekend, I did some yard work and burnt the snot out of my head. I used sunscreen but did not don a hat.

Now, two days later, I have some yellow drainage from several pores on my scalp and toward the back of my head I have veins on either side that have turned red and trail down the back of my head.

Should I be concerned about infection?

Natedawg · « **Reply #1 on:** May 29, 2012, 08:16:40 AM »

I'm no expert, but I believe that deserves a call to your doctor, or a dermatologist. To settle your fears, if nothing else.

TheSlyBear · « **Reply #2 on:** May 29, 2012, 09:07:39 AM »

Yup -- with symptoms like that, it's time to let a professional have a look.

RoWilJr · « **Reply #3 on:** May 29, 2012, 09:43:00 AM »

Sounds serious...seek medical treatment ASAP

tomgallagher · « **Reply #4 on:** May 29, 2012, 09:46:39 AM »

ASAP...do not waste any time. An ER may be a better idea.

warhawk · « **Reply #5 on:** May 29, 2012, 09:38:30 PM »

Quote from: Tom Gallagher on May 29, 2012, 09:46:39 AM

ASAP...do not waste any time. An ER may be a better idea.

Ditto on that!!! Please keep us posted and I hope that all is well.

WARHAWK

Sir Harry · « **Reply #6 on:** May 30, 2012, 12:29:30 AM »

Good luck and get well soon....Lesson learned for next time, and finally, Welcome to SBGs!

Baldstu · « **Reply #7 on:** May 30, 2012, 01:52:25 AM »

Medical advice I think

Baldstu · « **Reply #8 on:** May 30, 2012, 01:52:56 AM »

Please look afteryourself

NESTYdPOGI · « **Reply #9 on:** May 30, 2012, 02:01:42 AM »

Sorry about that man!!! Brother don't waste time, go and see dermatologist as soon as possible... On the lighter side, take what happened as a learning experience.

Lynchy · « **Reply #10 on:** May 30, 2012, 02:14:55 AM »

Sorry to hear mate!

I have unfortunatly done this many times on my shoulders, back etc!

If your worried about infection I would get to a GP or Pharmacist ASAP!

Mikekoz13 · « **Reply #11 on:** May 30, 2012, 03:31:32 AM »

Hopefully you've already had some medical attention. I hope all is well.

Therewolf · « **Reply #12 on:** May 31, 2012, 10:46:45 AM »

Thanks guys -

Yes, I couldn't get into my doc that day so I went to Urgent Care.

First thing that doctor said was, "Good call." His notes to me: (not a pleasant description)

1. Clear fluid from a sunburn like this is normal seepage from blisters. Yellow fluid is indicative of infection.
2. The red streaks were a dead giveaway for the infection.

Together, they mean seek medical attention. It turns out it was staff infection and he said it was a result of the severe sunburn.

With what he gave me, everything cleared up rather quickly. It's all going to be fine. But... lesson learned.

Thanks again for all the advice.

RoWilJr · « **Reply #13 on:** May 31, 2012, 11:02:32 AM »

Good to hear!!! Was worried once I read about the yellow fluid and red streaks...

Natedawg · « **Reply #14 on:** May 31, 2012, 01:04:11 PM »

Glad to hear it was manageable, and that you're doing well, Therewolf!

Thanks for sharing your experience with us.

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