Decide whether photographs are sufficient or drainage, examination or urgent care is needed.
Online dermatologyNo. Some collections require drainage, and antibiotics alone may not solve the problem.
Include a close image, a wider image showing location and a ruler for scale when practical.
| Clinical question | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| 01Can every abscess be treated with antibiotics? | No. Some collections require drainage, and antibiotics alone may not solve the problem. |
| 02What photographs are useful? | Include a close image, a wider image showing location and a ruler for scale when practical. |
Use the doctor consultation for a new problem, new symptoms, side effects or a dose change.
Use the repeat review only when the medicine and dose are unchanged and you can provide evidence.
The doctor checks whether the likely diagnosis, treatment history and safety information are clear enough for remote care. Examination, testing or a local referral is recommended whenever that is the safer next step.
You receive advice, follow-up timing and—only when clinically appropriate—an electronic prescription by email for dispensing at a pharmacy in Spain.