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I have a large painful pimple on my back, how do i get rid of quickly and should i break it?

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Dr. Louise Andrew answered

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Could be a cyst: but you could apply warm compresses as often as possible and have someone press gently to see if it "pops". If it only goes down a little bit an then comes right back, it could need to be opened and drained.

Answered 8/17/2018

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A member asked:

I have a large painful pimple on my back, how do i get rid of quickly and should i break it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

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