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What Do Pus Filled Bumps On The Legs Indicate?

I had a lesion on my leg that healed, but left a slightly elevated bump on my skin. I assumed it was scar tissue. Today, I noticed what appeared to be two white pus bumps (similar in appearance to a pimple with a white head) coming from the bump. Keep in mind, the skin in that area has been healed for a month or so...
Mon, 30 Apr 2018
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Hello,

It indicates bacterial folliculitis. It occurs when bacteria infect hair follicles, usually, a staph aureus bacteria.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

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Dr. Kaushik Talukdar
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What Do Pus Filled Bumps On The Legs Indicate?

Hello, It indicates bacterial folliculitis. It occurs when bacteria infect hair follicles, usually, a staph aureus bacteria. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Kaushik Talukdar