Overview

• TikTok video by Dr Suraj Kukadia (Dr Sooj) warns against popping spots between the bridge of the nose and the mouth corners, noting that severe brain infections can occur in rare cases.
• He advises urgent medical evaluation if a spot in this zone becomes red, very painful or swollen, if swelling spreads across the face, or if a fever develops.
• Experts highlight that veins in this region lack reliable valves, allowing retrograde spread of bacteria that can lead to cavernous sinus thrombosis.
• Physicians recommend resisting the urge to squeeze and using warm compresses and topical treatments instead, emphasizing that serious complications are uncommon.
• A Michigan woman, Alisha Monaco, reported rapid swelling, dizziness and a briefly crooked smile after popping a pimple and received prompt treatment with medications.