- Female
- 21 Years
- 07/02/2025
I'm really worried about this painful bump I have. A friend of mine went to a doctor who tried to squeeze a similar boil-like thing but nothing came out and it was really painful. That doctor prescribed antibiotics and told them to use cold compresses, but I think hot compresses might be more effective. Honestly, I wasn't too impressed with the doctor's approach. Can you help me figure out what this painful, swollen bump might be?
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Vist Surgeon for evaluation and appropriate management
Dr. Dr Khaleel Suggests...
Consult a Dermatologist
Answered 04/07/2025
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