I squeezed a pimple yesterday, and today it's inflamed. Why is that?

Has anyone ever squeezed a pimple today and woken up the next morning to find several more inflamed ones nearby? I sympathize with everyone who experiences this, because seeing a pimple makes you really want to squeeze it. But squeezing pimples is like picking at a wound that contains bacteria inside.

What happens when we squeeze a pimple?

Our hands already have bacteria on them, and when we squeeze a pimple, more bacteria will enter the pores.
Applying too much pressure can cause the pus sac to rupture, and the bacteria will spread to the surrounding area.
The surrounding skin will also be bruised, causing more inflammation and redness.

Let's try to understand a little bit about why the inflammation persists:

Even when pimples are squeezed, it still causes injury to the skin.
Our bodies respond to wounds through an inflammatory process, which is normal.
Sometimes bacteria can remain in the pores even after they seem to be completely emptied by squeezing them out.

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This is what happens when you squeeze an inflamed pimple.

If it's just red and inflamed, but without any increased pus = it's normal. It's a normal healing process.
If new pus appears or the pain and swelling worsen, you may need to see a doctor again.

The correct way to care for your skin after popping a pimple.

Gently cleanse with a mild cleanser.
Apply a cold compress 2-3 times a day for 5-10 minutes each time.
Apply antibiotic ointment as prescribed by your doctor.
Do not under any circumstances pick at or press on the area with your fingers, even if it's itchy or you see something still stuck there.

How to avoid getting more inflamed acne.

Give your skin time to repair itself. This generally takes 5-7 days.
If you're using skincare products, choose gentle, fragrance-free ones.
Apply sunscreen every day because redness will become darker if exposed to sunlight.