Knee graze infection?

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Asked for Female, 25 Years

Hi! I fell off my scooter into mud yesterday and grazed my knee. It has been around 30 hours since the incident. I have redness around the cut and pus coming out. Just wondering if it could be infected? Or if it's just a normal part of the healing process. Should I be taking antibiotics? Thanks. A little concerned as I'm in another country.

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Dr. Sandeep Gupta Dermatologist 19 yrs exp Delhi Consult Now · Accepted Answer

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Can apply topical antibiotics like t bact skin ointment twice daily after washing with a moisturizing soap.

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