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Suggest Medications For Swollen Lymph Nodes In Ears
My lymph nodes are swollen and hurt. My ears are red and swollen. My ears feel pressure and hurt. I had pierced my ears in early January. I have had to take the earring out because they are causing itchiness and swelling. I am not sure if it is inner ear infection from a sinus infection or infection from the piercing. It has been almost 4 months since I go them pierced and had no problems except itching discomfort when I slept. If this service is not free do not waste my time.
Wed, 5 Aug 2015
HELLO,
i can understand your concern.
based on the history you have provided it appears the infection has occurred because of the ear piercing and the subsequent usage of the ear ornaments.
the swollen lymph nodes which are tender are due to the infection.
this would need a course of antibiotics like amoxicilllin+clavulanate 625mg thrice daily for five days.
anti inflammatory drugs like aceclofenac 200mg should be taken twice daily for five days.
do not wear the ornaments till the infection cures.
a thorough examination with an ent doctor is also advisable for the same.
feel free to ask any further queries.
hope you are satisfied with the response.
thanks for choosing HCM.
i can understand your concern.
based on the history you have provided it appears the infection has occurred because of the ear piercing and the subsequent usage of the ear ornaments.
the swollen lymph nodes which are tender are due to the infection.
this would need a course of antibiotics like amoxicilllin+clavulanate 625mg thrice daily for five days.
anti inflammatory drugs like aceclofenac 200mg should be taken twice daily for five days.
do not wear the ornaments till the infection cures.
a thorough examination with an ent doctor is also advisable for the same.
feel free to ask any further queries.
hope you are satisfied with the response.
thanks for choosing HCM.
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