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should i go to my dermatologist? few days ago i got a pimple on left cheek. yesterday it really started to hurt. just redness not really a pimple. i woke up this morning and it looked and felt like someone punched me in the face. it hurts thank you
Hello dear,welcome to Ask a doctor service. I reviewed your query and here is my advice. You can use an antibiotic ointment such tetracycline on it. If it doesn't get better you may start oral antibiotics. Hope I have answered the question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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What Does A Painful Pimple On The Cheek Indicate?
Hello dear,welcome to Ask a doctor service. I reviewed your query and here is my advice. You can use an antibiotic ointment such tetracycline on it. If it doesn t get better you may start oral antibiotics. Hope I have answered the question. Let me know if I can assist you further.