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How do I get rid of a drug related rash from breast augmentation? (Photo)

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Shoelover1991Sep 30, 2016

I had breast augmentation on September 23rd, I stopped taking my pain medication (hydrocodone) roughly 2 days ago, I have now broken out In a rash all over my face and neck. They are small, red, puss-filled bumbs.

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