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My doctor said my ear is red but not infected-what would be the problem?

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Need more info: Redness is one sign of an inflammatory process, and this can be due to trauma, changes in circulation and a wide variety of other factors. You do not even indicate what portion of the ear is red. Communicate with the doctor who told you this. Patient education is one aspect of their responsibility.

Answered 6/10/2014

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