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Suggest Remedy For Red ,sore Pimple On The Back
I ve had a boil on my upper back for 10 years. I went to two doctors, in the past, and both of them recommended to leave it alone. Sometimes it will increase or decrease in size, but lately it has gotten larger than ever before, and it is red and sore. I am uncertain of the exact condition because it is difficult to see in the mirror.
Fri, 22 May 2015
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The fact that the lesion decreases and increases in size over time makes it likely that there is a cyst (a sac) that keeps recollecting.
IF the sac is removed then the infections would stop recurring.
I hope this helps
The fact that the lesion decreases and increases in size over time makes it likely that there is a cyst (a sac) that keeps recollecting.
IF the sac is removed then the infections would stop recurring.
I hope this helps
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