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I popped what i think is a pimple on my chin, now the area is swollen, has hardened, and very painful. is it infected and what should i do?
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See Dr: You need to see your dr or urgent care for antibiotics. Warm compresses to area several times a day and topical triple antibiotic to area won't hurt, but get it checked.
Answered 10/4/2016
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See doctor : Sounds like you are getting cellulitis which is a bacterial infection. It is treated with antibiotics. Take anti inflammatory medications ( if you are not allergic to anything ) and see doctor.
Answered 3/4/2018
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