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2 whiteheads on border of lip close together on hair follicles. squeezed whitish liquid. next day alittle red almost gone.no scab.coldsore or pimple?

Q: 2 whiteheads on border of lip close together on hair follicles. squeezed whitish liquid. next day alittle red almost gone.no scab.coldsore or pimple?

: Probably a pimple or a pustule. Wash thoroughly with soap and water, then wash your hands and keep them away from your face.

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Dr. Christine Hom answered

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Probably a pimple or a pustule. Wash thoroughly with soap and water, then wash your hands and keep them away from your face.

Dr Rhoads and another doctor agreed

Answered 3/4/2021

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A member asked:

2 whiteheads on border of lip close together on hair follicles. squeezed whitish liquid. next day alittle red almost gone.no scab.coldsore or pimple?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Christine Hom answered

Dr Rhoads and another doctor agreed

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