I have a rash or something on my right jaw, I am male and have not shaved in some time. It started as a small bump that I thought was a pimple but it would not pop when squeezed, It has spred some overnight but only in the one area, It does not itch but is tender to the touch, any ideas on what it could be?
Hello. Thank you for writing to us at Chat Doctor I suggest a possibility of a bacterial soft tissue infection, most likely a fur uncle or a boil. The fact that it is tender and has increased in size overnight are points in favor of it. The infection usually gains entry through the hair follicle. If I was the treating doctor I would suggest you to take a course of an Oral antibiotic for a week. My choice of an oral antibiotic would be either oxacillin or cephalexin for a week. Oral antibiotics are prescription Chat Doctor. Topically you may use an OTC topical antibacterial e.g. 2% mupirocin ointment, twice daily. An OTC anti-inflammatory e.g. ibuprofen will provide symptomatic relief from pain and swelling.Don't pop or try to squeeze it. Regards