Sounds like ingrown hairs to me. Dig the hair out and it should go away.
Diane
The lumps are showing up where a carbuncle would - very painful. Do get them checked. You might also try putting "drawing salve" on them and see if that helps.
Lichen planus, a skin disease that can have a purplish hue, is more common in HCV patients than the general public. You should see a dermatologist and get a doctor's opinion. Don't squeeze it because that can definiteoly spread the infection (fungus) if it is in fact lichen planus.
Thanks for your reply its not ingrown hairs i get them bad only since ive had hcv i always take the hair out.I am gonna try and get to my doctors cause the pain is keeping me awake many thanks.
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