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A member asked:

I'm curious as to what should i do about a zit on my cheek that doesn't go for the fifth week now?

A doctor has provided 1 answer
Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Might be a milium: Or there could be an ingrown hair. A dermatologist could evaluate and treat.

Dr Levine agreed

Answered 1/19/2014

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