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I Have Bumpy Rash Behind Ears
I have a rash behind both ears that are bumpy and hot. my boyfriend has them too. we were recently in a hot tub. what is it and what do i do about it. I have been putting mupirocin on it.
Sat, 5 Mar 2011
Hi,
They can be enlarged lymph nodes, these are the policemen of our body which keeps the body protected against infections. It is better to consult your ENT specialist as this might require antibiotics if it becomes tender on palpation.
Regards
Dr. Naveen Kumar
They can be enlarged lymph nodes, these are the policemen of our body which keeps the body protected against infections. It is better to consult your ENT specialist as this might require antibiotics if it becomes tender on palpation.
Regards
Dr. Naveen Kumar
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