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What Causes Red Pimples On The Outer Ear?
yes, pls. i just typed and i dont know what happened.
ok, my dad, has 2 reddish looking piples on both of his ears on the outer part of his ear on the helix.
he went to our primary who sent him to the dermatologist. once thr, the actual dr was not at the office, and an assistant took a biopsy. this scared all of us. she failed though to see that he also had it on the other ear as well. should i be worried.
hellooo
ok, my dad, has 2 reddish looking piples on both of his ears on the outer part of his ear on the helix.
he went to our primary who sent him to the dermatologist. once thr, the actual dr was not at the office, and an assistant took a biopsy. this scared all of us. she failed though to see that he also had it on the other ear as well. should i be worried.
hellooo
Fri, 20 Nov 2015
Hi Dear,
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have red pimples on the outer ear which is pointing towards a condition known as deep bacterial infections, furuncle and lymphadenopathy. There are lymph nodes behind the ear where you mention pimple . The infection can be bacterial or viral . I would suggest you to consult doctor . Doctor may order blood test to confirm the diagnosis also to rue out conditions like ear infection of infected wound and prescribe antibiotics ( amoxicillin for at least 10 days ) or anti viral depending upon the diagnosis . Till then keep warm compresses on it and take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain and swelling. Maintain proper hygiene.
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 have red pimples on the outer ear which is pointing towards a condition known as deep bacterial infections, furuncle and lymphadenopathy. There are lymph nodes behind the ear where you mention pimple . The infection can be bacterial or viral . I would suggest you to consult doctor . Doctor may order blood test to confirm the diagnosis also to rue out conditions like ear infection of infected wound and prescribe antibiotics ( amoxicillin for at least 10 days ) or anti viral depending upon the diagnosis . Till then keep warm compresses on it and take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain and swelling. Maintain proper hygiene.
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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