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Right bottom earlobe has been itchy since i was a my dad's a few days ago now 2 days later it is swollen hot to touch , itchy and little bumps?

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Dr. Donald Alves answered

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Infected?: Sounds like it might have gotten irritated and then a skin infection. Suggest wash it with hydrogen peroxide to clear off dead skin. Then put topical antibiotic ointment on it a couple of times a day and see if quiets down in 2-3 days. If not, see your Dr or Urgent Care for check.

Answered 3/19/2016

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