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    Drainage or pus, Nasal congestion, Runny nose and Swelling

    WebMD Symptom Checker helps you find the most common medical conditions indicated by the symptoms drainage or pus, nasal congestion, runny nose and swelling including Allergic reaction, Poison ivy, oak, and sumac, and Cellulitis.

    There are 9 conditions associated with drainage or pus, nasal congestion, runny nose and swelling. The links below will provide you with more detailed information on these medical conditions from the WebMD Symptom Checker and help provide a better understanding of causes and treatment of these related conditions.

    • Allergic reaction

      Allergic reaction causes sneezing, runny nose and hives and can lead to anaphylaxis, a whole body reaction.

    • Poison ivy, oak, and sumac

      The toxin found in poison ivy, oak, and sumac causes an itchy, allergic rash with raised welts and blisters.

    • Cellulitis

      Cellulitis, a bacterial infection of the skin, causes red, tender skin that is usually swollen and warm.

    • Insect bites

      Redness, swelling, pain, itching, bumps are common symptoms of insect bites.

    • Insect sting

      An insect sting may be followed by redness, swelling, and itching.

    • Abscess

      A skin abscess, or boil, is a swollen, painful, red and warm lump of skin that may rupture and drain pus.

    • Chemical burns

      A chemical burn can cause symptoms ranging from burning and blisters to pain and shortness of breath.

    • Burn (heat or fire)

      Burns caused by heat are called thermal burns and can cause pain swelling, skin changes, blisters and more.

    • Osteomyelitis (bone infection)

      Osteomyelitis is an infection of a bone that causes pain, swelling, and redness.

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