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How to treat painful, fluid-filled pimples in a 42-year-old female?

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Hi doctor,

I am a 42-year-old female who weighs 177 pounds with a height of 5' 5. I got two pimples on my face two months ago. They are swollen and filled with fluid. I popped them several times, but they kept filling up with fluid. The pain is excruciating until they drain. This morning I woke up with another pimple on the other side of my face. And now, my face is extremely itchy. Kindly suggest a solution for this.
Answered by Dr. Dilip Kumar Meena

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Dr. Dilip Kumar Meena is a Dermatologist and Venereologist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of skin, hair, and nail disorders, as well as sexually transmitted infections. He emphasizes personalized treatment plans, preventive care, and patient education to promote healthy skin and overall well-being. Known for his compassionate and thorough approach, he provides comprehensive care tailored to individual patient needs.

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Hi,

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I understand your concern. It looks like an infected cystic lesion (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity). People with a history of acne usually develop these forms of cystic lesions. These lesions show a recurrent course and keep filling with pus even after drainage. So the treatment requires intralesional steroid injection with or without antibiotics. Taking oral antibiotics also helps. For an intralesional injection, you need to visit a Dermatologist. Meanwhile, I suggest you to follow the instructions mentioned below. Start with Doxycycline (Tetracycline antibiotic) 100 mg capsule once a day for two weeks. Kindly note that Doxycycline should be avoided in case of pregnancy and photosensitivity. Use regular sunscreens. Please do not try to squeeze the lesions, as it might increase inflammation. Kindly consult a specialist, talk with them and take the medications with their consent. Take care.

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How do I get the antibiotics?
Answered by Dr. Dilip Kumar Meena

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MD

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Dr. Dilip Kumar Meena is a Dermatologist and Venereologist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of skin, hair, and nail disorders, as well as sexually transmitted infections. He emphasizes personalized treatment plans, preventive care, and patient education to promote healthy skin and overall well-being. Known for his compassionate and thorough approach, he provides comprehensive care tailored to individual patient needs.

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Medically reviewed by Dr. K. Shobana
Published At September 4, 2022
Reviewed At January 23, 2024

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Dr. Dilip Kumar Meena is a Dermatologist and Venereologist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of skin, hair, and nail disorders, as well as sexually transmitted infections. He emphasizes personalized treatment plans, preventive care, and patient education to promote healthy skin and overall well-being. Known for his compassionate and thorough approach, he provides comprehensive care tailored to individual patient needs.

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Dr. K. Shobana is a Dental Surgeon specializing in oral health and dental care. She is skilled in preventive dentistry and provides oral hygiene education. She can do restorative treatments such as fillings and crowns. She can handle periodontal problems such as gum diseases and periodontitis. She can do root canal treatment.

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Dr. Dilip Kumar Meena is a Dermatologist and Venereologist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of skin, hair, and nail disorders, as well as sexually transmitted infections. He emphasizes personalized treatment plans, preventive care, and patient education to promote healthy skin and overall well-being. Known for his compassionate and thorough approach, he provides comprehensive care tailored to individual patient needs.

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