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What to do if i have a huge zit and its really red and embarassing because its at the tip of my nose and i look like rudolf. how do i reduce the redness ?

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Dr. Glynis Ablon answered

Specializes in Dermatology

You can try some: over the counter hydrocortisone, or see dermatologist for cortisone injection which would make cyst disappear typically overnight

Dr Munshower agreed

Answered 12/4/2014

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A member asked:

What to do if i have a huge zit and its really red and embarassing because its at the tip of my nose and i look like rudolf. how do i reduce the redness ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Glynis Ablon answered

Dr Munshower agreed

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