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The tip of my nose has turned red, tender, and warm to touch. sort of look like "rudolph". will this self resolve or need antibiotics?
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Infection: This sounds like it might be an infection - see an M.D. for need for antibiotics.
Answered 11/28/2017
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Triangle of death: If your nose is bad enough to look like "Rudolf" than I would seek medical attention. This is a dangerous area for a significant infection.
Answered 9/23/2017
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