How long does it take an skin abscess to drain and will the skin flatten out again?

I%26#039;m currently on antibiotics for an abscess but I did not hv it lanced, the dr popped it with a needle and its draining on its own however its still very red and its on my side. How long will this drain, how long will it be before the redness goes away and the skin returns to normal?|||Probably until it fully drains of the bacteria (causes the pain)


Try some hot clean compresses to the area.


Keep up with the antibiotics and be sure to call the MD if it%26#039;s not better by Friday.