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My mrsa bump has not been drained but its black red puffy swollen my left nostril has been hurting what does mean?

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Dr. Andrea Brand answered

Infection: Your description suggests an infection that needs urgent treatment. Complicating this is your diabetes. Please see a doctor as soon as possible. The infection can cause serious illness.

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Answered 4/3/2016

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A member asked:

My mrsa bump has not been drained but its black red puffy swollen my left nostril has been hurting what does mean?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Andrea Brand answered

Dr Rhoads and 4 doctors agreed

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