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How To Treat Pus Filled Lump Behind Ear?
Hi I hav developed a pus filled lump behind my ear wich was followed b a scaley rash on my face and scalp a few days ago im booked in to see my gp on friday but the lump has just ruptured and begun to ooze and im a little worried and dont feel confident to wait till my gp appointment without some idea of what maybe wrong with me thank you in advance for any light you can shed
Tue, 8 Dec 2015
Hi Dear,
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you havepus filled lump behind ear, Well there can be many reasons for lump like infection also known as otitis externa , cyst , swollen lymph node or hematoma from minor injury . Need not to worry. It could be due to severe infection in tooth as well which is leading to facial space infection. you should maintain proper hygiene. Avoid touching and pricking it with any sharp object. I would suggest you to consult ENT specialist . Doctor will examine with otoscope and order test like CT scan , MRI or x-ray to confirm diagnosis and rule out other causes . Doctor may prescribe antibiotics ( amoxicillin ) for at least 10 days , remove with the help of suction device or remove it surgically . For now keep your ear dry and apply dry warm compresses to external ear .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you havepus filled lump behind ear, Well there can be many reasons for lump like infection also known as otitis externa , cyst , swollen lymph node or hematoma from minor injury . Need not to worry. It could be due to severe infection in tooth as well which is leading to facial space infection. you should maintain proper hygiene. Avoid touching and pricking it with any sharp object. I would suggest you to consult ENT specialist . Doctor will examine with otoscope and order test like CT scan , MRI or x-ray to confirm diagnosis and rule out other causes . Doctor may prescribe antibiotics ( amoxicillin ) for at least 10 days , remove with the help of suction device or remove it surgically . For now keep your ear dry and apply dry warm compresses to external ear .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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