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Ingrown hair on chin from plucking, cannot be seen . area is sore and looks like a pimple. will it eventually come out. ?

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Dr. Deborah Ungerleider answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

See your doctor: This sounds like an infection of the skin/hair follicle. You can try some warm compresses to the area to allow it to drain. I would advise you not to pick at it or try to open it up yourself. See your doctor if it is worsening or not improving.

Answered 12/26/2018

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A member asked:

Ingrown hair on chin from plucking, cannot be seen . area is sore and looks like a pimple. will it eventually come out. ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Deborah Ungerleider answered

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