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What Causes Swollen Bump With Pus Formation?

Hi there, I have stretched lobes and theyre fully healed but today when i took out my normal plugs there was a bump and it was swollen and pus came out of it, i think. i couldnt really tell. and i just washed them so i wasnt sure if it was water still in my lobe or pus.
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You may have an infected ear lobe. This needs treating with antibiotics. Therefore, I suggest you see you doctor for confirmation. Topical antibiotics cream would be first line treatment. Keep the area clean and dry. Avoid putting the plug back in until fully healed.
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Dr K A Pottinger
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What Causes Swollen Bump With Pus Formation?

Hi, You may have an infected ear lobe. This needs treating with antibiotics. Therefore, I suggest you see you doctor for confirmation. Topical antibiotics cream would be first line treatment. Keep the area clean and dry. Avoid putting the plug back in until fully healed. Regards, Dr K A Pottinger