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I have a small bump on my leg with pus in it, red ring around it and itching is also happening i have it on 3 places on my leg please can you tell me ?

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

Get examined: and treated. You have a spreading leg/skin infection which will require antibiotic therapy. Get seen ASAP- TODAY if possible.

Answered 1/27/2016

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A member asked:

I have a small bump on my leg with pus in it, red ring around it and itching is also happening i have it on 3 places on my leg please can you tell me ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Philip Miller answered

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