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My left ear is swollen and red. there is a lump and swelling in front of my ear and i have a rash running down the left side of my neck. ear is hot.?

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Dr. Kenneth Smith answered

Infection: Cellulitis skin infection see physician soon. Head and neck infections can become serious. Lump is preauricular lymph node.

Dr Mallia agreed

Answered 5/8/2019

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A member asked:

My left ear is swollen and red. there is a lump and swelling in front of my ear and i have a rash running down the left side of my neck. ear is hot.?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Kenneth Smith answered

Dr Mallia agreed

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