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What to do if i popped a pimple and now i have inflamed skin?
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Red ex-pimple: Local wound care usually involves washing with a gentle soap and water twice daily, and applying cool compresses. Avoid picking and scratching as this will worsen the appearance and possibly cause superinfection. With time, color will likely change to brown then resume normal coloration.
Answered 12/28/2015
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