Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

Suddenly Developed Painful, Itchy Pores On Face With Puss. I Am Immune Compromised. What Does It Indicate?

In less than 12 hours, my chin area from bottom of lower lip to under chin in front, localized to mouth width is getting increasingly red, swollen, hot , itchy and painful. Clear liquid oozed in tiny droplets like oil from a few pores but I have stopped squeezing it. I am immune compromised and 54; never had acne. My husband wants to wait until Monday; online info is making me nervous.
posted on Tue, 12 Nov 2013
Twitter Tue, 12 Nov 2013 Answered on
Twitter Tue, 12 Nov 2013 Last reviewed on
Report Abuse
Dermatologist,  's  Response
Hello

Thanks for posting your query.

I can understand your concern.

It's difficult to opine on a concern without seeing it. I would recommend that you post a picture here.

From your description , it seems to be bacterial infection of the skin called furunculosis.

The treatment would be a course of oral antibiotics like azithromycin. This would resolve the infection.


You will require a prescription for it and I would recommend that you start taking the medications as soon as possible.

Take care
I find this answer helpful
Note: Hope the answers resolves your concerns, however for further guidance of skin related queries consult our Dermatologist.Click here to book a consultation
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Recent questions on Acneiform eruptions


Loading Online Doctors....
Suddenly Developed Painful, Itchy Pores On Face With Puss. I Am Immune Compromised. What Does It Indicate?

Hello Thanks for posting your query. I can understand your concern. It s difficult to opine on a concern without seeing it. I would recommend that you post a picture here. From your description , it seems to be bacterial infection of the skin called furunculosis. The treatment would be a course of oral antibiotics like azithromycin. This would resolve the infection. You will require a prescription for it and I would recommend that you start taking the medications as soon as possible. Take care