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I have severe pain and swelling to the right side of my face, across my nose. i believe its an abscess, it's a weekend. i don't know what to do?!
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Abscess = ER visit: Severe pain and suspicion of an abscess means go to the ER now. Good luck to you.
Answered 7/26/2014
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