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hi, I have a small open sore in my inner thigh that don't hurt unless I touch it. I also have 2 in my right breast again those don't hurt either, well one of them and that's only if I squeeze it. what could it be?
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6403373 tn?1381003248
Thanks a lot. Phew(wipes sweat from forehead). At least I know its not serious. I was panicking. They often occur but it clears up within a few days. They normally drain on their own.
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Hello,
Such an open sore can be a boil or a cyst. Boils are caused by infection of the hair follicle by staph aureus. . Hair follicles that are blocked by greasy creams, petroleum jelly, or similar products are more vulnerable to infection. Bacterial skin infections can be spread by shared cosmetics or washcloths, close human contact, or by contact with pus from a boil or carbuncle. Treatment includes antibiotics and incision and drainage and do not touch or pick them up.

It is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided. For exact diagnosis, you are requested to consult your doctor. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.





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