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Pain in outer ear

2017-06-22 19:55:35
I have a bad pain when i apply pressure to my Anti-helix and i asked someone to look at it and they said it was pinkish and i am worried about it. when it hurts i get a headache.
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You might have developed a ear furuncle. Which is a common type of ear infection similar to a boil elsewhere in the body. Treatment includes antibiotics and analgesics
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Consult nearby ENT specialist for confirmation of diagnosis and appropriate treatment if required

Answered2017-06-23 13:00:33

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