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A member asked:
I have a sore bump its not a keloid next to my piercings which hurts when i touch it like a bruise hurts and yess i got piercings from a gun i didn't know any better but it hurts when i touch it accidently please help !! again not a keloid !?
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This has characteristics of an abscess. Either see MD or apply hot soaks to bring it to a head. Look for drainage of pus. Keep surrounding skin sterilized with rubbing alcohol. Cover abscess with antibiotic ointment and gauze &paper tape. . See MD if persistent swelling,redness,tenderness.
Answered 6/7/2021
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