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A red dot showed up on the top of my foot. then a white center sgowed up, taking on a dry core type center. it came up vertical, i pulled white center?

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Infection: Sounds like an infection of some cause. If there is any surrounding redness or streaking, you need to see a dr asap for antibiotics. In the meantime you can do some warm compresses and topical antibiotic ointment.

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Answered 5/27/2016

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