What Causes A White Pimple Like Bump On The Body?

Posted on Thu, 15 Dec 2016

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Question : My 11 year old daughter has a white type looking pimple and two more forming with a somewhat hard surface behind the pimple looking growths. Do you know what it is?

Answered by Dr. Diptanshu Das (22 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Please upload an image

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for asking on HealthcareMagic

I have gone through your query and understand your concern. However, I would need you to upload an image of the affected area. I can guide you accordingly.

I will wait for your response.

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Diptanshu Das (15 minutes later)

Just sent pic of my daughter's neck via the "upload new reports" section.

Answered by Dr. Diptanshu Das (3 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Carbuncle

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for writing back. I have checked the attached image. It seems to be a carbuncle (a boil with multiple mouths). Applying T-Bact (mupirocin) ointment should help in its resolution.

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Diptanshu Das (2 minutes later)

Thank you for your quick response. Can I go to the local drug store and pick up the T-Back (mupirocin) ointment without a prescription?

Answered by Dr. Diptanshu Das (1 minute later)

Brief Answer:
Over the counter antibiotic ointment should suffice

Detailed Answer:
Yes, it should be available. If not, you may pick any other antibiotic ointment.

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar