Can Popping a Pimple Kill You?

Squeezing a pimple can create an open wound, which can become infected by dirt from our hands and airborne bacteria. The veins can then form clots to contain infections, which puts pressure on the brain, leading to partial or full paralysis and, in some cases death.

Has anyone died from popping a pimple?

It's rare, but popping a pimple might actually kill you.

Though it sounds too weird to be real, dermatologists advise patients to never pop a pimple in the so-called "danger triangle." This is the area that extends from the corners of your mouth to the bridge of your nose.

Is popping pimples actually bad?

Yes, popping pimples really is as bad for our skin as the experts (and Mom) say it is. An inflamed acne pimple happens when the pore becomes engorged with excess sebum, dead skin cells, bacteria, and often pus. Next thing you know, you're standing in front of the mirror debating if a pimple is "ready" to pop.