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Hi i have this pimple looking bump, just below my elbow. it doesn't have a white head and i have had it for a couple of weeks.

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Dr. Louise Andrew answered

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Trauma: is very common in this area and so that is very likely unless it is a pimple. Try using a hot compress on it 3-4 times a day and otherwise, leave it alone so as not to irritate. Most such things eventually disappear.

Answered 6/19/2016

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A member asked:

Hi i have this pimple looking bump, just below my elbow. it doesn't have a white head and i have had it for a couple of weeks.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Louise Andrew answered

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