I accidentally popped what I think was a sebaceous cyst inside my elbow, and now there's this dull, numb pain when I touch it, which wasn't there before. Should I be worried, or is it just a part of the healing process?

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clean and dressing the wound regularly otherwise it leads to infection

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Consult a Dermatologist

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I'm thinking about trying out this fair look cream. Is it actually safe for my skin? Im a bit worriedif I stop using it, could it lead to my skin getting darker or cause any skin diseases? Would love to know your thoughts!

See a specialist for accurate diagnosis and targeted treatment.

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Im thinking about trying to lighten my skin and I'm curious about how much glutathione injection therapy would cost. Also, could you recommend the best clinic in Chennai for this treatment?

The costs vary depending on your location and charges of the dermatologist who will be administering the injections.

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