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I have an 10 year old ear piercing on the top of my left ear. today my ear is very sore and red around the piercing. should i get it checked?
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Yes, you should: definitely get it checked. The cartilage of the upper ear is very susceptible to infection. It sounds like this may be infected. Please see your doctor for the proper diagnosis and probable antibiotic therapy.
Answered 2/19/2015
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