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A member asked:

I accidentally ruptured my cyst under the skin. it hurts a lot. what should i do?

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

Warm compresses: You should apply topical antibiotic ointment and see your physician in the morning- you will need oral antibiotics to prevent infection.

Dr Raff and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 9/18/2014

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