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How To Remove Painful Bump Behind Ear?

Hi i have a bump behind my ear that is very painful. At first I thought that it was a pimple but it doesn t seem to be. I was messing with it (I tried to pop it thinking it was a pimple) and puss came out. Clear with blood. it really hurts. I put alcohol and bactine on it. Is there anything else I should do?
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HI. Whatever you have is alright but I think it is better to take a short course of antibiotic and anti-inflammatory medicines to hasten the process. .
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How To Remove Painful Bump Behind Ear?

HI. Whatever you have is alright but I think it is better to take a short course of antibiotic and anti-inflammatory medicines to hasten the process. .