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I have 3 pimples on my buttocks, they are sore to the touch, inflamed and they don't seem to heal, i have them for around a week or two and now one is?

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See doctor: Sounds like you might need antibiotics. Please consult your doctor.

Dr Klein agreed

Answered 5/7/2017

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Dr. Rifat Naghmi answered

Pimples: You probably have furunculosis (inflammation of hair follicles) or acne. Please see your doctor.

Answered 5/7/2017

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A member asked:

I have 3 pimples on my buttocks, they are sore to the touch, inflamed and they don't seem to heal, i have them for around a week or two and now one is?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. answered

Dr Klein agreed

Dr. Rifat Naghmi answered

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