I Have An Ingrown Hair And It Hurts When I Touch It. What Do I Do?
Published: August 02, 2020 · Last reviewed on this site: 2026-10-30
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The question
Dear TeenHealthFX,
Iâve had an ingrown hair for like a month now and I accidentally popped it and now I have a red bump an it hurts when I touch. Idk what to do
Signed: TeenHealthFX
The answer
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TeenHealthFx cannot diagnose over the internet. We strongly recommend you talk to a parent or trusted adult and see a doctor to get it checked. When an ingrown hair is red, and it “popped” it could mean that there is an infection. It may also need medicine and medical attention to heal safely.
If you need help finding a doctor and live in northern New Jersey, you can call the Adolescent/Young Adult Center for Health at 973-971-5199 for an appointment with an adolescent medicine specialist.
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