A simple mistake cost Lish Marie, a woman living in New York City, USA, a lot. She squeezed a cystic pimple just below her nostril. This part of the face is called the "triangle of death" by doctors because any injury or infection here can reach directly to the brain.

Severe symptoms within a few hours

Within a few hours of squeezing the pimple, the left side of Lish Marie's face swelled and she started experiencing severe pain. The condition was such that she was not even able to smile properly. She immediately contacted the doctor, where after examination it was found that it was a serious infection. She was given four types of medicines for treatment, which included antibiotics and steroids.

Why is the “triangle of death” of the face dangerous?

The triangular area around the nose and between the upper lip is considered extremely sensitive. Experts say that the nerves of this area are directly connected to the brain. If a pimple or wound in this area is irritated, bacteria can easily reach the brain through blood flow. This can lead to blindness, paralysis, stroke or even death. According to dermatologist Dr. Mark Strom, "Popping a pimple in this area is like opening the door to the brain for bacteria."

Timely treatment saves life

Lish Marie started treatment in time, which prevented her condition from worsening. The swelling reduced a bit in a day and she was almost completely cured in three days. However, this incident definitely taught her and others a lesson that pimples on this part of the face should not be tampered with.

Expert Advice

Dermatologists say that the habit of squeezing pimples can be extremely dangerous. Doing so can cause bacteria to go deep inside the skin, which can lead to long-term inflammation, infection and permanent scarring. If it is very important to squeeze a pimple, it should be done with clean hands and in a safe manner. It would be better not to touch it at all and use medicine, pimple patches or spot treatment suggested by the doctor.

Another dermatologist, Dr. Mamina Turegno, advises that one should completely avoid popping pimples in this sensitive area of the face. Instead, it is much safer to use antibacterial cream, mild heat compress or seek medical advice.

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