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I am heavier so my thighs rub, it started as what i thought was a zit and ive popped it. over time its now purple and raised. what could it be?

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Dr. James Ferguson answered

Hard to be sure: Is likely to be a small abscess that is ongoing or in a stage of healing. Moist heat applications can improve bood flow through the area and speed healing it it will, or make it finish draining so it can. If it expands have it looked at.

Answered 7/27/2018

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A member asked:

I am heavier so my thighs rub, it started as what i thought was a zit and ive popped it. over time its now purple and raised. what could it be?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. James Ferguson answered

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