Can Pus Be Clear?

A wound that's healing can produce a clear or pink fluid. An infected wound can produce a yellowish, bad-smelling fluid called pus. When fluid seeps from a wound, it is called wound drainage.

What does it mean when your pus is clear?

If the drainage is thin and clear, it's serum, also known as serous fluid. This is typical when the wound is healing, but the inflammation around the injury is still high. A small amount of serous drainage is normal. Excessive serous fluid could be a sign of too much unhealthy bacteria on the surface of the wound.

Is it good if pus is clear?

Clear fluid or blood-tinged fluid that is largely clear is considered normal unless there is a large quantity coming from the wound. If you have any cloudy or white-yellow drainage, your healthcare provider should promptly examine it. Ignoring an infection can lead to: Serious problems.