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I've had this huge zit on face for about 3 days now. It doesn't look like it's reducing and I was wondering if there was any way for me help it go away.
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I would neither ice that nor pop it. Instead, try applying a hot compress for about 5 minutes once an hour for a full day. This should bring the infection to the surface and encourage it to drain naturally. Alternatively, if you have access to a derm, that might be a good candidate for a cortisone shot to reduce inflammation and the chance of scarring. Either way, large nodular-cystic blemishes like those are at a very high risk for scarring. You will want to treat it with kid gloves, no poking or prodding.