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Hi, my ear was hit hard when I played rugby and now it s really swollen. What s the best treatment to reduce the risk of getting cauliflower ear I ve already been iceing it, I ve heard of people going to hospital and getting the fluid drained from it is that an option? Do I have to wait for the swelling to go down?
It could be a contusion. Fracture is unlikely. As of now you can use analgesics/anti inflammatory combination like Aceclofenac/Seratiopeptdase for symptomatic relief.
You can apply ice packs for faster recovery. If symptoms persist better to consult an ENT specialist and plan for a CT scan.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
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How Can swelling In The Ear Be Treated?
Hi, It could be a contusion. Fracture is unlikely. As of now you can use analgesics/anti inflammatory combination like Aceclofenac/Seratiopeptdase for symptomatic relief. You can apply ice packs for faster recovery. If symptoms persist better to consult an ENT specialist and plan for a CT scan. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician