A pimple next to the nostril hurts when you touch it may be caused by diseases such as folliculitis, boils or acne, which can be dealt with by general treatment, medication and other methods.
1. Folliculitis: a pimple next to the nostril that hurts when touched is considered to be folliculitis, and patients should pay attention to personal hygiene and keep the area clean. It can be categorized into bacterial folliculitis and fungal folliculitis. When considering bacterial infection, the commonly used drugs are fusidic acid and cefuroxime. If it is a fungal infection, you need to use ketoconazole, econazole and other antifungal drugs to treat it. It is recommended that you consult a doctor in time to clarify the cause of the infection and prescribe the right medicine.
2. Boils: pimples next to the nostrils that hurt when you touch them may be caused by boils, most of which can be self-healing and generally do not require treatment, and can be sterilized locally with 3% tincture of iodine and other drugs. If there is severe pain and pus breaks out, it is recommended to consult a doctor to cut open the lesion and drain out the pus.
3. Acne: Acne can also be seen next to the nostrils and is accompanied by pain, usually to eat a healthy diet and develop good habits. Mild patients can use topical medication such as Vitamin A. For moderate to severe patients, oral antibiotic treatment is needed, such as azithromycin, lincomycin, and so on.
Patients who have a pimple next to their nostrils that hurts when they touch it generally do not need special treatment, and if the symptoms are serious, it is recommended that they seek immediate medical attention for a clear diagnosis.