A member asked:

Popped a big blackhead on my nose .used a needle b4 school then tweezers and my finger.it bled. and its red and its been a day is it infected?

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Dr. Christine Hom answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Be kind to your skin: Manipulating your skin can certainly introduce infection. Or just a lot of irritation. Wash the area with soap and water and pat dry. Keep your hands away from the area. The redness should subside in a day or two. Please don't abuse comedones - you can cause infections and scarring.

Answered 4/17/2016

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Signs of Infection: If the site is increasingly swollen, warm to the touch and discharge is observed infection is possible. Can you provide a photo? I recommend seeing your local physician.

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