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A member asked:
Lobe is swollen, stretched it yesterday. took ibuprofen, tried cooling it, the swelling didn't go down/got worse. how to reduce it? can't takeout plug
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Drainage: It sounds like you may have an abscess. I would see your physician or urgent care if it's painful for probable incision and drainage. You may also need antibiotics.
Answered 8/3/2016
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