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My arm was biten by something that made it swell up.today it is half the size it was yesterday, but i woke up with a small circle of puss should i pop?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Don't pop: It would create a portal for infection. Intact skin is a natural barrier against most germs. Take care.

Answered 10/19/2014

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A member asked:

My arm was biten by something that made it swell up.today it is half the size it was yesterday, but i woke up with a small circle of puss should i pop?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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