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How likely is it that bursting a pimple on your upper lip that has turned into an infection, will then travel to your brain and kill you? or cause thombosis in sinus cavities? i'm so terrified?
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It is a very rare complication so you should not lose your sleep with that thought.
Answered 11/1/2022
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Not likely, but anything is possible. If you have an infection, see a doctor.Infection can do localized tissue damage, so see your GP or a Dermatologist.
Answered 11/1/2022
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