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I had a really big pimple and i think i popped it cause a lot of puss came out but, now its black on one side and red all around. what do i do?

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Dr. Christine Hom answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

See a doctor: Wash with warm soapy water, depending on where it is, soak in a warm bath. Redness suggests you should have a doctor look at it to evaluate for infection, although the pus draining out is a very good sign.

Dr Feola agreed

Answered 9/10/2016

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A member asked:

I had a really big pimple and i think i popped it cause a lot of puss came out but, now its black on one side and red all around. what do i do?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Christine Hom answered

Dr Feola agreed

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