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Hello, 5 years ago I grew this lump on my forehead, small one but it was tender to the touch.. If I remember I had a pimple there right before it became a lump. 2 years ago I tampered with it and squeezed it, alot of puss came out, alot!! ever since, it like an open pore on my forehead that I squeeze after I shave and always has some puss in it.. How do I get rid of it...??

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Please read my expertise;  this site is only to help in a diagnosis, through photos.
In order to help you, please take some pictures (web size) and send them to jvelasq51@hotmail.com with the words JMC at subject; donīt forget to make your question on the message text.
If you canīt, or you have any concerns with your skin or its treatment, please visit a board certified dermatologist, preferably at an University Hospital.
I donīt prescribe by internet.
Uribe.

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I can help with a diagnosis (please attach a picture), and no more; I DO NOT PRESCRIBE MEDICATION over the internet. My mother language is Spanish; my English is good but not excellent; please have patience.

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35 years as professor in Medicine; Iīm professional from the Antioquia University and Iīve travel around the world specially to meetings.

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