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A member asked:
Hi, i just popped a boil (i think it was a boil) along my panty line and it has caused a slight hole. im super worried about it. is this normal?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
Not really: now you must be examined: this sounds like an abscess pocket: if still draining or not healing, may require medicine,
Answered 7/31/2018
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