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I have a big ball of pus on my foot near my ankle/heel i'm not sure why it appeared and on my heel i have a lot of bumps and holes, thank you ?

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Go see your dr: You may have an infection. It needs to be seen by a local dr.

Dr Hellman agreed

Answered 4/30/2016

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NEEDS FOLLOW-UP: "A big ball of pus?" If that is indeed the case, that should be seen by a podiatrist. It could be nothing, or it could be serious. Regards, Dr. Latva

Answered 4/30/2016

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Pus: is a sign of infection - hence you should seek a doctors visit and not try to self treat..

Answered 5/9/2016

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