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Large painful very red bump with black center on chin, hand, elbow

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Dr. John Chiu answered

See doctor: It appears you have what's call carbuncles which will likely require an antibiotic and perhaps even incision and drainage. See a doctor ASAP

Dr Gabor agreed

Answered 9/4/2015

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A member asked:

Large painful very red bump with black center on chin, hand, elbow

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Chiu answered

Dr Gabor agreed

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