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A member asked:
Pimple on the nose has grown. does applying heat cook the germs and dry it up?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
Um, no.: Heat may "bring it to a head" and allow it to drain, however. But please don't burn yourself, and please don't squeeze it! if it doesn't go away within a reasonable period, see your doctor, because there are other causes for bumps on the nose, and some need to be treated promptly.
Answered 12/29/2016
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