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I had ear pain & swelling. i put pressure on it and when i released i felt a pop & warm fluid sensation. nothing drained out but swelling did go away.

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

ENT doc: Hard to say without more information. If symptoms return, see ENT doc.

Answered 5/18/2019

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Dr. Katharine Cox answered

Specializes in Pediatric Emergency Medicine

? Tiny abscess: Something popped so it was likely a swelling that ruptured. It is strange nothing drained out. If the problem reoccurs or continues, follow up with your MD. All the best.

Answered 4/27/2015

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A member asked:

I had ear pain & swelling. i put pressure on it and when i released i felt a pop & warm fluid sensation. nothing drained out but swelling did go away.

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

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