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Have a lump behind my ear

2016-12-02 03:57:00
I got a lump behind my ear since 2 days and it is painful. It becomes red now. What should I do now?
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Hello....... It could be abcess, since it is red painful.. It has to be drained and cleaned.. Consult general surgeon in nearest hospital.. Doctor will incise and drain, it's OPD procedure and doctor may prescribe antibiotics after dressing... Consult doctor in nearest hospital....

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