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I have bumps on my head that fill up with puss and when i pop it blood come out to what come that be?

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Dr. Doanh Nguyen, md, faaaai answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Folliculitis: You might have folliculitis or infection and inflammation of your hair follicles. You should see a physician to be evaluated. You might need oral antibiotic if that is the diagnosis.

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Answered 7/31/2013

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A member asked:

I have bumps on my head that fill up with puss and when i pop it blood come out to what come that be?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Doanh Nguyen, md, faaaai answered

Dr Ali agreed

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