Pimple in nostril or something else?

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About 2 weeks ago I developed what I thought to be a pimple in the upper edge of nostril cartilage. Thought it was healing but this morning after blowing and wiping nose i I've found it to be very tender again. When will this heal up completely?

Oh I aso have a nervous habit of rubbing my nose.

But I do not have acne anywhere else.

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  • Posted

    I've had nostril pimples in the past, but they've never lasted more than a week from what I can remember + I usually pop them (Not smart, I know).

    I'd suggest leaving it for a while longer, keep it moisturised, clean and try to prevent it from becoming irritated.

    If it doesn't clear up within a 5 week period (depends on healing process), make sure to get it checked out, just to be on the safe side smile

  • Posted

    You may have developed a tiny skin infection which keeps breaking open. These are quite common, especially in the nasal cartilage

    . If you are in UK your GP will probably prescribe Naseptin nose cream,especially for this sort of infection. Without proper treatment these sores can keep breaking open for a long time.   

     

  • Posted

    How to remove pimple from face when it wouldn't remove above 1 month on your face 

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