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A female asked:

I have two extremely hard pimples on my nose with no head. one is red and shiny, the other is white. they are extremely sore to touch. what can i do?

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Dr. Charlene Sojicoanswered

Pediatrics 43 years experience

Red, shiny: Tender pimples need to be treated with antibiotics. It has become inflamed and irritated, possibly infected . Go see your pediatrician.

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