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What Causes Oozing Blood In Ear?
I have a blood/pus mixture coming out from behind my ear. I assumed it was from wearing fake jewelry, however, it isnt coming from the piercing hole, just behind the ear where the skin connects to my head, Also now the inside bottom of my ear is slightly swollen and in pain. I've had my ears pierced for over 10 years and this has never happened.
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Fri, 14 Mar 2014
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Based on your description, the area is infected. Bacterial infections are most common.
You would need to see your doctor for an assessment which would include physical examination and possibly a swab of the infected area.
Topical antibiotics would be needed and possibly oral antibiotics depending on the extent of the infection.
I hope this helps
Based on your description, the area is infected. Bacterial infections are most common.
You would need to see your doctor for an assessment which would include physical examination and possibly a swab of the infected area.
Topical antibiotics would be needed and possibly oral antibiotics depending on the extent of the infection.
I hope this helps
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