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I have had the same boil/cyst on my face for almost a month. i thought it was a boil so i kept applying oregano oil and tea tree oil and also used hot compresses. it popped once and drained a bit but built up again. it popped again after the heat and this

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Dr. John cuong Doan answered

Time to see a: doctor to get some antibiotics and maybe some surgical excision. This is sounding more serious than a "boil" to me. Please see a healthcare provider ASAP.

Dr Akinjagunla agreed

Answered 10/6/2015

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A member asked:

I have had the same boil/cyst on my face for almost a month. i thought it was a boil so i kept applying oregano oil and tea tree oil and also used hot compresses. it popped once and drained a bit but built up again. it popped again after the heat and this

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John cuong Doan answered

Dr Akinjagunla agreed

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