Question 1

pockets of pus on my face?

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Acne: If this is acne and it's severe enough for you to describe it as 'pockets of pus', start using topical benzoyl peroxide now as tolerable and make an appointment with your doctor.

Question 2

why did a pus pocket show up on the back of the head next to the ear. took out the piercing and pus came out of and is this serious to see the doctors

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Probably not: One of the complications of a foreign body (metal) in the skin is a pustule or a collection of pus secondary to contamination with skin bacteria.  Now that you have removed the metal piercing, it is likely that with hot soaks and keeping the skin clean with soap and hot water, the superficial infection will resolve.  If the infection persists for more than a week, see your physician.

Question 3

should i take cetrizine or fexofenadine for my allergies? i've been to the doctor about 10 times last year over allergies, i had pus pockets on my tonsils, head aches, runny nose, post nasal drip, itchy skin and eyes and watery eyes. several times i was p

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Either : Either is fine. You need to see which works best for you.

Question 4

weird pus thingon face?

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Dermatologist: A dermatologist can provide an accurate assessment for the lesion on your face. If you have redness, swelling, pain, warmth, fever- these are signs of a possible  infection & warrant prompt attention.

Question 5

i have a big spot covered with pus but there is no head. i put bp 5% since yesterday twice. i haven't seen any changes. how long will it take to work?

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?Need antibiotics: Abcess may require oral antibiotics or incision and drainage.

Question 6

i have hard scabs on my head when removed they have a clear, sticky clear pus that comes out it has an odor and the scabs are extremely thick and feel?

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Question cut off: But I would definitely recommend that these be medically assessed.

Question 7

what do pus filled bumps on the head and body mean?

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See your doctor: This is a problem that necessitates a face-to-face meeting with your doctor.  This will allow him/her to examine you, ask specific questions. And possibly order tests to find out what's wrong and what to do to help you.

Question 8

what do pus filled bumps mean on the head and body?

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Several things: This is a problem that necessitates a face-to-face meeting with your doctor.  This will allow him/her to examine you, ask specific questions. And possibly order tests to find out what's wrong and what to do to help you.

Question 9

have follicles in the head and they have pus and bleed when tweezer out?

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Folliculitis: is usually a bacterial (Staphylococcus) infection and a strong antibacterial shampoo is indicated. Better see a Dermatologist for such advice!

Hope this helps
Dr Z

Question 10

i shaved my head, now i've developed a farm of white-pus filled bumps ,there is  a bump on the right back side of my head. what can this bump be?

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Razor bumps?: Pseudofolliculitis barbae is a fancy word for razor bumps.  More so in dark-skinned people, shaving closely with a razor can cause new very short hairs to grow down in to the skin, causing irritation.  It's also possible to have an acne-type response to shaving, and it's possible to introduce infection as well.  Warm compresses can be helpful, gentle cleansing with hypoallergenic soap.

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Why did a pus pocket show up on the back of the head next to the ear. took out the piercing and pus came out of and is this serious to see the doctors

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Should i take cetrizine or fexofenadine for my allergies? i've been to the doctor about 10 times last year over allergies, i had pus pockets on my tonsils, head aches, runny nose, post nasal drip, itchy skin and eyes and watery eyes. several times i was p

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Weird pus thingon face?

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I have a big spot covered with pus but there is no head. i put bp 5% since yesterday twice. i haven't seen any changes. how long will it take to work?

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I have hard scabs on my head when removed they have a clear, sticky clear pus that comes out it has an odor and the scabs are extremely thick and feel?

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What do pus filled bumps on the head and body mean?

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What do pus filled bumps mean on the head and body?

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Have follicles in the head and they have pus and bleed when tweezer out?

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I shaved my head, now i've developed a farm of white-pus filled bumps ,there is a bump on the right back side of my head. what can this bump be?

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