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Never seen a derm before; have a painful cystic bump on face, otherwise non-acne skin. what does dr do to treat something like this?
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It Depends: It depends on the size, location and duration for starters. Small, localized areas may respond to localized, conservative treatment. Larger or deeper abscesses my require systemic antibiotics and surgical drainage.
Answered 10/7/2017
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