A woman experienced severe facial symptoms after popping a pimple in the 'triangle of death,' a risky area on the face, leading to urgent medical treatment. Her story highlights the dangers of popping pimples in this sensitive region, which can potentially cause serious infections or complications.
A man who nearly died from sepsis after popping a pimple on his neck is raising awareness about the dangers of sepsis, a deadly infection responsible for 20% of global deaths, emphasizing the importance of recognizing symptoms and seeking prompt medical care.
Brooke Hyland, former cast member of "Dance Moms," took to TikTok to warn her followers about the "Triangle of Death" after waking up with a swollen face from attempting to pop a pimple. The "Triangle of Death" refers to the area of the face from the bridge of the nose to the corners of the mouth, where popping a pimple can lead to a potentially dangerous infection that could spread to the brain. While the risk of dying from such an infection is rare, it's important to monitor any facial infection closely and seek medical attention if symptoms such as fever or chills develop.
A woman in New Zealand thought a hard pimple on her nose was harmless and covered it with concealer. However, it turned out to be basal cell carcinoma, a common form of non-melanoma skin cancer. After undergoing surgery to remove the cancer, she is now raising awareness of the importance of early detection and skin care. The most common symptom of this type of skin cancer is a lump or discolored patch on the skin that persists after a few weeks and slowly progresses over months or sometimes even years.