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I continuously develop open ulcers (started as just one in one side and now there are multiple in both sides) in my nostrils (which are extremely painful, even if i touch my nose from the outside), and now i'm seeing white closed lesions throughout my nos

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Dr. Laura Anissian answered

Infection?: This could be an infection - impetigo. I am presuming you are not abusing cocaine which can injure the lining of the nose? See an MD to look for signs of infection which may need antibiotics.

Dr Seibert agreed

Answered 1/3/2016

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A member asked:

I continuously develop open ulcers (started as just one in one side and now there are multiple in both sides) in my nostrils (which are extremely painful, even if i touch my nose from the outside), and now i'm seeing white closed lesions throughout my nos

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Laura Anissian answered

Dr Seibert agreed

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