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I have an infection in my ear where my hole used to be for earrings and it's getting worse instead of better, what can i do to get rid of it? help!
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See a doctor: You should have it looked at by a doctor then appropriate treatment options can be discussed and implemented. Until you see doctor, apply warm/hot compresses to ear to help circulate blood to the area.
Answered 8/22/2013
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