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Had an ingrown hair it was swollen so i popped it. now there's a bigger red circle around it very warm to the touch. could it be serious. ?
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Don't know size: However, this sounds like an infection. If it is not improving with warm compresses - than consider medical assessment.
Answered 11/1/2015
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