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Have a scab in my nostril that tends to rip off when i blow my nose, rebuild, and repeat the cycle. what can i do to get this area to heal properly?

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Dr. Vicki Levine answered

Specializes in Dermatology

See a dermatologist: you might have a bacterial infection and need a topical antibiotic called Mupirocin.this only has to be used for a few days before it solved the problem

Dr Fowler and 6 doctors agreed

Answered 10/8/2019

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A member asked:

Have a scab in my nostril that tends to rip off when i blow my nose, rebuild, and repeat the cycle. what can i do to get this area to heal properly?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Vicki Levine answered

Dr Fowler and 6 doctors agreed

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