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Ive been picking at a reoccurring scab in my nose for almost 2 years now. i cant stop pulling it out whenever i feel it. (i do have ocd) what are the potential risks of this? my inner septum already feels slightly concave?

Q: ive been picking at a reoccurring scab in my nose for almost 2 years now. i cant stop pulling it out whenever i feel it. (i do have ocd) what are the potential risks of this? my inner septum already feels slightly concave?

: You should be fine but stop picking it, period.

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

You should be fine but stop picking it, period.

Answered 5/4/2022

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A member asked:

Ive been picking at a reoccurring scab in my nose for almost 2 years now. i cant stop pulling it out whenever i feel it. (i do have ocd) what are the potential risks of this? my inner septum already feels slightly concave?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hiep Le answered

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