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Bumps On Sideburn Getting Bigger For 3 Weeks.

Hi I have two new bumps on my left sideburn,been there and getting bigger for three weeks,now I m getting concerned,I don t try to squeeze them. What should I do,my finances limit doctors?
posted on Sat, 24 Mar 2012
Twitter Sun, 6 May 2012 Answered on
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Dermatologist 's  Response
Hi..dear user..,
Thanks for choosing HCM..,
Two new bumps..on left side burn...,
usually due to ..glands swellings or Bacterial infection..,
Try to evaluate it..,
Compulsory.., U consult Surgeon to rule out the Pathology..,
If pain is there, it could be infection..,
1) Cap. Amoxycillin and clavulonic acid daily 2times for 5 days..,
2) Tab Acyclofenac and paracetamol 2 times daily for 3 days..,
3) Hot fomentations on swellings..,
thanQ