I've had this boil on the side of my little finger for almost a month now, and it just won't go away. It's not painful, but I'm starting to get worried. Is there any ointment I can use to help drain it?

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Dr Anshul Maheshwari

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That could be epidermal cyst ,visit Surgeon for evaluation and appropriate management

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Answered 04/07/2025

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