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Could A Red Bump On My Nose For Two Weeks That’s Growing Be Staph Infection?

Super odd urgent care visit...I went in and I have a very ominous looking zit/bump/bite/ on the left side of my nose. I was very concerned it was staph bc my boyfriend had a staph bump on foot and I helped him change his band-aid . This face bump on me looks different than any pimple I have ever had. The nurse I saw didn t pop it, didn t give me an antibiotic or ointment , she gave me 10 (5mg) oxycodone in case it became painful?? It has been 2 weeks now and it s bigger and still is here and has become more red. It only hurts it I take a gloved hand and press it.
posted on Tue, 1 Aug 2023
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Hello,

A red bump on the nose that’s been present for two weeks and is growing after you’ve had recent contact with someone who had a staph infection needs to be taken seriously. Pain only when pressing doesn’t rule out staph. Early or contained abscesses can be minimally painful until they worsen. Do not squeeze or try to pop it as this can push infection deeper.

Yes, this could be staph because of the location and persistence, it’s important to get evaluated promptly. Get clinically examined by a GP. If abscess is detected, it will be drained, and a small drainage sample will be collected for bacterial culture. Oral antibiotics targeted to staph/MRSA will be given if needed. You will be treated accordingly.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Nupur K., General & Family Physician
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Could A Red Bump On My Nose For Two Weeks That’s Growing Be Staph Infection?

Hello, A red bump on the nose that’s been present for two weeks and is growing after you’ve had recent contact with someone who had a staph infection needs to be taken seriously. Pain only when pressing doesn’t rule out staph. Early or contained abscesses can be minimally painful until they worsen. Do not squeeze or try to pop it as this can push infection deeper. Yes, this could be staph because of the location and persistence, it’s important to get evaluated promptly. Get clinically examined by a GP. If abscess is detected, it will be drained, and a small drainage sample will be collected for bacterial culture. Oral antibiotics targeted to staph/MRSA will be given if needed. You will be treated accordingly. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Nupur K., General & Family Physician