Is A Painful Red Spot On The Right Side Of My Chest A Cause For Concern?

Posted on Fri, 2 Feb 2018

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Question : I have got pain in the right hand side of my chest, By pressing on the area I have noticed a red spot which is very painful. It is a constant pain which feels sharp.

I attach a photo of the area for your information.

Answered by Dr. Asmeet Kaur Sawhney (-4 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Seems to be folliculitis, oral and topical antibiotic.

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

I have reviewed the attached photographs and it seems to be folliculitis which is inflammation of the hair follicle.

I would recommend you to continue with Fusidic Acid cream on the affected areas and you can continue with Co-codamol.

Besides this take oral antibiotic like tablet Cephalexin.

It is a prescription drug and you need to see the doctor in person to get it.

Regards.

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