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I have a pimple around the hair area and im not sure if i have something or infection. please help?

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Dr. Rebecca Gliksman answered

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Pimple: Not sure where the pimple is but anyway if it is red and tender to touch likely is infected. if it is small (-----like this) try over the counter bacitracin and then try desitin (zinc oxide diaper cream) on top x 1-2 days if not better- follow up with doctor or urgent care. if pimple is large like 4-5 mm ( about --------- this size) go to doctor today as they may have to lance it

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Answered 5/29/2015

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A member asked:

I have a pimple around the hair area and im not sure if i have something or infection. please help?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Rebecca Gliksman answered

Dr Earle agreed

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