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I have red bump on my back came out of no where. it is a dime size, it is pain to touch. i don't know what it is. is it a boil? should go to the doc?
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Bump: Signs of infection can include: increased swelling, redness, tenderness, ^ pain, warmth, red streaks, purulent drainage, swollen lymph nodes or fever. if it seems infected get it checked.
Answered 7/27/2014
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