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My lip has swollen a lot and is very sore. there is a little pus filled head. a pimple on my lip has never caused so much pain and swelling before. ?

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Dr. Visalakshi Vallury answered

Evaluation: This is a skin infection which requires antibiotic treatment. See your physician as soon as possible.

Dr Gabor and another doctor agreed

Answered 4/8/2015

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A member asked:

My lip has swollen a lot and is very sore. there is a little pus filled head. a pimple on my lip has never caused so much pain and swelling before. ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Visalakshi Vallury answered

Dr Gabor and another doctor agreed

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