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A member asked:

I could see pus in my hear from an ear infection do i have to see a doctor ? asap?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Not an emergency: If you do not have pain you could wait till the next day to see a physician but a visit to MD is necessary.

Dr Hegab and another doctor agreed

Answered 9/14/2015

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