Post-mortem Pustule (Synonym: Dissection Wound.)
Describe post-mortem pustule.
Post-mortem pustule develops at the point of inoculation, beginning as an itchy red spot, becoming vesico-pustular, and later pustular, with usually a broad inflammatory base, and accompanied with more or less pain and redness and not infrequently lymphangitis, erysipelatous swelling, and slight or severe sympathetic constitutional disturbance.
What is the treatment of post-mortem pustule?
Treatment consists in opening the pustule and thorough cauterization, and the subsequent use of antiseptic applications or dressings. Internally quinia and stimulants if indicated.