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What Is The Sore Bump Above Upper Lip Causing Numbness?

Hello,I have a pimple-like bump right above my upper lip thats very sore. I just attempted to pop it which hurt tremendously and managed to get some pus out of it. but now it is sore but numb to the touch. With what i just gave you could you hed me into any sort of direction of what it might be? And yes, i do suffer from acne.
Thu, 14 Jul 2016
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The possible diagnosis of the condition based on the description of the lesions is furunculosis which is an infection of the hair follicle.It can be treated with topical antibacterial creams like mupirocin.You must avoid pricking or fiddling with them. A short course of oral antibiotic like azithromycin might also help. For the Acne you can apply topical antibacterial creams like clindamycin over the affected area along with topical Tretinoin at night. Consult your dermatologist regarding the above mentioned therapy.
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What Is The Sore Bump Above Upper Lip Causing Numbness?

The possible diagnosis of the condition based on the description of the lesions is furunculosis which is an infection of the hair follicle.It can be treated with topical antibacterial creams like mupirocin.You must avoid pricking or fiddling with them. A short course of oral antibiotic like azithromycin might also help. For the Acne you can apply topical antibacterial creams like clindamycin over the affected area along with topical Tretinoin at night. Consult your dermatologist regarding the above mentioned therapy.