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I had a large pimple on my nose and it popped and its been like 4 years since and there is still a bump what can i do? as i have another that is hard

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Dr. Glynis Ablon answered

Specializes in Dermatology

Well true epidermal: inclusion cysts will recur until the sac of the cyst is dissolved. Also perhaps that wasn't a pimple on your nose but some other benign growth, so see your dermatologist for diagnosis and treatment options

Dr Munshower and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 11/21/2014

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A member asked:

I had a large pimple on my nose and it popped and its been like 4 years since and there is still a bump what can i do? as i have another that is hard

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Glynis Ablon answered

Dr Munshower and 2 doctors agreed

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