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Heat boil in the ear

2018-02-06 03:21:28
I got an heat boil inside my ear. Exactly at the hole area. It is causing bit pain. Can it be cured by itself or any medication should be taken?
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You seem to be suffering from furuncle of the ear. It is common to type of ear infection arising from hair follicles. You may need to take antibiotics and painkillers for few days for faster recovery
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Consult nearby ENT specialist for confirmation of diagnosis and appropriate treatment if required

Answered2018-02-08 01:50:22

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