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I had a large under the skin pimple last week right next to my mouth. the swelling/redness is gone but now i have a noticeable hard ball. help?

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Dr. Glynis Ablon answered

Specializes in Dermatology

Well this could be a: cyst, but i always worry about staph infections, so see a dermatologist this week. hope that helps

Dr Zimon agreed

Answered 2/8/2015

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A member asked:

I had a large under the skin pimple last week right next to my mouth. the swelling/redness is gone but now i have a noticeable hard ball. help?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Glynis Ablon answered

Dr Zimon agreed

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