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I have a sore on the top of my ear it started out looking like a small pimple or blood blister and now its big and lumpy its reddish purple and bumpy
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A : A worsening lesion on the top of the ear could be an infection, scar tissue, or even something more concerning such as a skin cancer. It is very important that you have your ear looked at as soon as possible for the correct diagnosis and treatment.
Answered 1/2/2019
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Have this looked at: Before anything else done protect it and get it looked at to be sureit isn't skin cancer.
Answered 4/30/2018
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