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2020-04-15 15:19:12
I have a swelling below my ear and it's hurting.I think it's a gland that has swollen up and it's also hurting around the swelling. I also have an abscess on my earlobe which has got drained. The last time I had this issue I was prescribed antibiotics and another tablet.
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Answered2020-04-15 16:28:53

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